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Definition of Palatopterygoid

1. a. Pertaining to the palatine and pterygoid region of the skull; as, the palatopterygoid cartilage, or rod, from which the palatine and pterygoid bones are developed.

Definition of Palatopterygoid

1. Adjective. (anatomy) Pertaining to the palatine and pterygoid region of the skull. ¹

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Medical Definition of Palatopterygoid

1. Pertaining to the palatine and pterygoid region of the skull; as, the palatopterygoid cartilage, or rod, from which the palatine and pterygoid bones are developed. Origin: Palato- + pterygoid. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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