adjective
- relating to or denoting a U-shaped bone in the neck that supports the tongue
Usage: anatomy
noun
- a U-shaped bone in the neck that supports the tongue and is attached to muscles used in swallowing and speech
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The hyoid bone is unique because it doesn’t connect directly to any other bone.
- Damage to the hyoid can affect swallowing and speech.
- The doctor examined the hyoid structure during the neck examination.
- Forensic experts often look for hyoid fractures in strangulation cases.
- The hyoid bone moves when you swallow.
- Speech therapists understand the importance of hyoid function.
- The hyoid is suspended by muscles and ligaments in the throat.