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metopion

metopion

9.9
A point in the middle of the forehead between the two raised parts
  • noun
  • /mɛˈtoʊpiən/
  • Specialized
: metopión
  • Measuring from the metopion ensures accurate assessment of skull proportions.

Examples

  • The surgeon marked the metopion before proceeding with the procedure.

  • Researchers measured the metopion in various skulls.

  • In anthropological studies, the metopion helps researchers identify cranial features.

  • The metopion is crucial for understanding skull morphology.

  • In anthropological studies, the metopion helps researchers identify cranial features.

  • Measuring from the metopion ensures accurate assessment of skull proportions.

  • The surgeon marked the metopion before proceeding with the procedure.

Surface Forms

metopion singular
metopia plural

Etymology

Metopion comes from the Greek root metopon, meaning 'forehead', plus the small ending -ion meaning 'little'. So think of metopion as the 'little forehead point', the spot on the skull in the middle of the forehead, which is exactly the place the word refers to.