English Dictionary

hyoid bone

名詞

(anatomy) A U-shaped bone or complex of bones that is situated between the base of the tongue and the larynx and that supports the tongue, the larynx, and their muscles.

日本語の意味

舌と喉頭の基部の間に位置し、舌および喉頭とそれらの筋肉を支持する、U字型の骨または骨の複合体

During the physical exam, the doctor palpated the hyoid bone to assess tongue mobility and airway stability.

診察中、医師は舌の可動性と気道の安定性を評価するために舌骨を触診した。

意味（1）

(anatomy) A U-shaped bone or complex of bones that is situated between the base of the tongue and the larynx and that supports the tongue, the larynx, and their muscles.

hyoid bones （ plural ）