zygomatic
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9.9
- adjective
- /ˌzaɪɡəˈmætɪk/
- Specialized
:
zigomático
- In 1990, progressive bulging occurred in his eyelids and in the maxillary, zygomatic, and bilateral masseteric regions.
- zygomatic arch
- zygomatic muscle
- zygomatic branch
Examples
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Meanwhile, his lower face briefly displayed the zygomatic lip corner pull.
Academic text (2015) -
Accompanying adaptations included the bowing of the zygomatic arch to accommodate the larger masseter and the increased complexity of the postcanine teeth for mastication.
Academic text (2003) -
Right here on the zygomatic arch.
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In a fake smile, it's not just the zygomatic muscles that work, the muscles around the eyes also contract unconsciously.
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Fractured nasal bone, fracture of the right zygomatic arch extending into the maxilla.
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Physical examination revealed that the flat head of a nail 1 cm in diameter was flush with the skin above the left zygomatic arch, just posterior to the supraorbital rim.
Academic text (2002) -
As defined in the literature, enjoyment smiles occur when the zygomatic muscles pull the lip corners up laterally and the eye muscles are engaged, narrowing them; yet the jaw is not dropped in amusement.
Academic text (2015) -
The zygomatic region becomes more prominent as we age, giving the face a distinct shape.
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During the examination, the doctor pointed out the zygomatic bone as crucial for facial structure.
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She applied makeup to highlight her zygomatic area, enhancing her cheekbones.
Compounds
- Specialized
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9.0
A curved bone on the side of the skull where the cheek meets the head
- Specialized
A thin part of the skull at the side of the face that helps form the cheekbone
Surface Forms
Morphology
zygomatic = zygoma (opaque) = zygomat + ic
Formed from the classical combining form 'zygomat-' plus '-ic'; the anatomical/technical nature of the term makes it unintuitive for average learners.
Etymology
The adjective zygomatic comes from the Greek zygon 'yoke' because it describes the part of the face around that cheek 'yoke' or bridge that links the cheek to the side of the head.