Human Hyoid Bone

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The hyoid, os hyoides, or tongue bone, is an isolated, U-shaped bone lying in front of the throat, just above the Adam’s apple; it supports the tongue, and give attachment to some of its numerous muscles.

Source

Kimber, Diana C. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses (New York, NY: The Macmillan Company, 1907)

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