inion

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Definition of inion in English English dictionary

A small protuberance on the external surface of the back of the skull near the neck. Synonymous with the external occipital protuberance

the craniometric point that is the most prominent point at the back of the head (at the occipital protuberance)

The external occipital protuberance of the skull

{i} back part of the skull which protrudes outward (Anatomy)

Hyphenation

in·i·on

Etymology

() A Greek word meaning occipital bone or back of the head.