acanthial
|a-can-thi-al|
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/əˈkænθiəl/
anatomical point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acanthial' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akanthion,' where 'akantha' meant 'thorn' or 'spine.'
Historical Evolution
'akanthion' transformed into the modern English word 'acanthial' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a 'thorn-like structure,' but over time it evolved into its current anatomical reference.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the acanthion, the point at the base of the nose where the nasal bones meet the frontal bone.
The acanthial point is crucial in craniofacial measurements.
Last updated: 2025/04/10 19:21