zygomatic

/ˌzaɪ.ɡəˈmæt.ɪk/

UK: /ˌzɪɡ.ə(ʊ)ˈmat.ɪk/

zaɪ · ꞬƏMÆT · ɪk (3 syllables)

English Adj

Definition

Of, relating to, or located in the area of the zygomatic bone or zygomatic arch.

Etymology

From zygoma + -tic. Doublet of zygomaticus.

Example Sentences

"They show (1) the left orbit and zygomatic arch of President Kennedy magnified from Zapruder frame 230"