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FORAMEN

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Foramen.

Foramen - as a noun

A natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hiatus9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gap6opening10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The foramen magnum is the large opening at the base of the skull."
"Dental foramen is a small hole in the jawbone which allows nerves and blood vessels to enter the tooth."
"The surgeon carefully drilled into the foramen to relieve pressure on the nerve."
"The foramen ovale is a naturally occurring hole in the heart of a fetus."
"The spinal cord passes through the vertebral foramen in the spinal column."
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Word Game Points

Is FORAMEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, foramen is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORAMEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is FORAMEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, foramen is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORAMEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is FORAMEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, foramen is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORAMEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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