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[ぜっ(舌)·こつ(骨)]
zekkotsu
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 舌骨

noun, no adjective
  1. hyoid bone (of the skull)
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Definition and Synonyms for 舌骨

Hyoid Bone a U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue muscles
Synonyms: 舌骨

Meanings for each kanji in 舌骨

» tongue; reed; clapper
» skeleton; bone; remains; frame

Categories 舌骨 is a member of

Bone rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates
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