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Webster 1913 Edition


Hypohyal

Hyˊpo-hy′al

,
Adj.
[Pref.
hypo-
+ Greek letter [GREEK].]
(Anat.)
Pertaining to one or more small elements in the hyoidean arch of fishes, between the caratohyal and urohyal.
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Noun.
One of the hypohyal bones or cartilages.