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Definition of Mastoidal
1. Adjective. Relating to or resembling a nipple.
2. Noun. Process of the temporal bone behind the ear at the base of the skull.
Exact synonyms: Mastoid, Mastoid Bone, Mastoid Process
Terms within: Mastoidale
Group relationships: Os Temporale, Temporal Bone
Generic synonyms: Appendage, Outgrowth, Process
Derivative terms: Mastoid
Terms within: Mastoidale
Group relationships: Os Temporale, Temporal Bone
Generic synonyms: Appendage, Outgrowth, Process
Derivative terms: Mastoid
Definition of Mastoidal
1. a. Same as Mastoid.
Definition of Mastoidal
1. Adjective. mastoid ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Mastoidal
1. A bony process off the base of the skull that is composed of air cells. Inflammation of the mastoid is known as mastoiditis. (27 Sep 1997)