Acromiohyoid

/ˌækroʊmiəʊˈhaɪɔɪd/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the connection between the acromion and the hyoid bone, which is a horseshoe-shaped bone in the neck.

Etymology

Combines acromion (Greek akron + omos) with hyoid from Greek hyoeides (shaped like the letter U), both describing body structures.

Kelly Says

The hyoid bone is unique—it's the only bone in your body that doesn't connect to any other bone, instead suspended by muscles, making any structure named after it anatomically fascinating.

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