Definitions

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  • adjective cytology Of or pertaining to the gonia, primitive germ cells.
  • adjective anatomy, dentistry Of or pertaining to the gonion, the point at the apex of the mandible, or lower jaw.

Etymologies

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gonion +‎ -al

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Examples

  • The mandibular condyles are positioned well below the apex of the coronoid process, and the gonial angle of the mandible is compressed and square in outline (viewed laterally;

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