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premaxilla
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premaxilla [¦prē·mak′sil·ə]
(anatomy)
Either of two bones of the upper jaw of vertebrates located in front of and between the maxillae.
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Length of upper jaw--The length of the premaxillae and maxillae to the point of articulation with the dorsal process of the dentary.
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15) Shape of premaxilla: The premaxillae varied in their taper, measured as length over width at the caudal end of the external nares.
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