Meaning & use
gonion
In anatomy, the point at the outer angle of the lower jawbone, used as a landmark in measurements.
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The orthodontist measured the distance from the gonion to the chin on the X-ray.
Forensic experts used the gonion as a reference point to estimate the skull's proportions.
A note on using this word
Gonion is a specialized anatomical and craniometric term, used mainly in dentistry, orthodontics, and forensic science.
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