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Meaning of pterygoid process | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Each of a pair of projections extending downward from each side of the sphenoid bone in humans and other mammals.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

pterygomandibular raphe pterygomaxillary fissure pterygomaxillary fossa pterygometopid pterygopalatine pterygopalatine fossa

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