acromion /acro·mi·on/ (ah-kro´me-on) the lateral extension of the spine of the scapula, forming the highest point of the shoulder.
acromion
acromion [ah-kro´me-on]
a·cro·mi·on ( -kr  m - n , -n)n. The outer end of the scapula, extending over the shoulder joint and forming the highest point of the shoulder, to which the collarbone is attached. Also called acromial process. a·cro mi·al adj. |
acromion
[əkrō′mē·ən]
Etymology: Gk, akron + omos, shoulder
the lateral extension of the spine of the scapula, forming the highest point of the shoulder and connecting with the clavicle at a small oval surface in the middle of the spine. It gives attachment to the deltoid and trapezius muscles. Also called acromion process. Compare coracoid process. acromial, adj.
acromion [ah-kro´me-on]
the lateral extension of the spine of the scapula, forming the highest point of the shoulder. adj., adj acro´mial.
Posterior (dorsal) surface of the scapula, showing the acromion. From Dorland's, 2000.
acromion
the prominence at the distal end of the spine of the scapula.
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