Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

coronoid

Adjective

/ˈkɔːrəˌnɔɪd/

Definition

The term ‘coronoid’ refers to a structure resembling a crown or something that is crowned. In anatomy, it often describes processes or features that relate to the shape of a crown or are situated in relation to the coronal plane.

Examples

The coronoid process of the mandible is crucial for chewing.
In the elbow joint, the coronoid process of the ulna helps in providing stability.

Meaning

In anatomical terms, ‘coronoid’ usually pertains to the coronoid process, which is a bony projection from the mandible or the ulna in the human body, functioning in muscle attachment and articulation.