Brow ridge
Brow Ridge
The Brow Ridge, also known as the Supraorbital Ridge or Superciliary Arch in scientific terminology, is a bony ridge located above the eye sockets of all primates, including humans.
Pronunciation
Brow Ridge: /braʊ rɪdʒ/
Supraorbital Ridge: /ˌsuːprəˈɔːrbɪtəl rɪdʒ/
Superciliary Arch: /ˌsuːpərˈsɪliːəri ɑːrtʃ/
Etymology
The term "Brow Ridge" is derived from the Old English 'brú', meaning 'eyebrow', and the Old English 'hrycg', meaning 'back, ridge'. "Supraorbital" is derived from the Latin 'supra', meaning 'above', and 'orbital', pertaining to the eye socket. "Superciliary" is derived from the Latin 'supercilium', meaning 'eyebrow'.
Function
The primary function of the Brow Ridge is to reinforce the weaker bones of the face, particularly the eye sockets. It also serves to divert sweat and rain from the eyes.
Related Terms
- Cranium: The part of the skull that encloses the brain.
- Orbit (anatomy): The cavity or socket of the skull in which the eye and its appendages are situated.
- Frontal bone: The bone that forms the front part of the skull and the upper part of the eye sockets.
- Zygomatic bone: The bone that forms the prominent part of the cheek and the outer side of the eye socket.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brow ridge
- Wikipedia's article - Brow ridge
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