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hyostylic [¦hī·ō′stī·lik] (vertebrate zoology) Having the jaws and cranium connected by the hyomandibular, as certain fishes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Most modern fish (bony fish with fins) have a hyostylic jaw suspension, which is responsible for their unique ability to move their entire jaw apparatus forward independent of the brain case. |
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