Petrosal

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛtɹoʊˈsæɫ/

Petrosal (adjective)

  1. Describing something connected to the hard part of the skull near the ear.

Examples

  • The petrosal bone is crucial for protecting the inner ear.
  • Damage to the petrosal region can affect hearing.

Common collocations: petrosal bone, petrosal region, petrosal anatomy

Synonyms of Petrosal

Formal