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Definition of Pharyngobranchial

1. a. Of or pertaining to the pharynx and the branchiæ; -- applied especially to the dorsal elements in the branchial arches of fishes. See Pharyngeal.

Definition of Pharyngobranchial

1. Adjective. (anatomy) Of or relating to the pharynx and the branchiae; applied especially to the dorsal elements in the branchial arches of fishes. ¹

2. Noun. (anatomy) A pharyngobranchial, or upper pharyngeal, bone or cartilage. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Pharyngobranchial

1. Of or pertaining to the pharynx and the branchiae; applied especially to the dorsal elements in the branchial arches of fishes. See Pharyngeal. A pharyngobranchial, or upper pharyngeal, bone or cartilage. Origin: Pharynx + branchial. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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