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superciliary ridge

 

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Noun superciliary ridge has 1 sense
  1. supraorbital ridge, supraorbital torus, superciliary ridge, superciliary arch - a ridge on the frontal bone above the eye socket
    --1 is a kind of ridge

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Superciliary Ridge

Definition:

The superciliary ridge refers to the bony prominence above the eye sockets, also known as the eyebrow ridge.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  • 1. Anatomy:
  • The bony ridge on the forehead that rests just above the eye sockets.

  • 2. Anthropology:
  • A distinguishing characteristic of certain hominids and other primates.

Usages:

The term "superciliary ridge" is typically used in the context of anatomy and anthropology to describe the eyebrow ridge above the eye sockets. It is used to refer to both the bony prominence and its significance in evolutionary terms.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The superciliary ridge acts as a protective shield for the eyes.
  2. Anthropologists study the superciliary ridge to better understand the evolution of early humans.
  3. She had a prominent superciliary ridge, giving her face a unique appearance.

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