Meaning Of The Word Foramen magnum

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What's The Definition Of Foramen magnum?

foramen magnum in American English
the opening at the base of the skull where the spinal cord merges with the medulla oblongata
noun: the large opening in the base of the skull forming the passage from the cranial cavity to the spinal canal

foramen magnum in British English
noun: the large opening at the base of the skull through which the spinal cord passes

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