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ectocanthion

noun ec·to·can·thi·on \ ˌektōˈkan(t)thēən \

Definition of ectocanthion

plural -s
: the point at which the outer ends of the upper and lower eyelids meet — compare endocanthion

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Origin and Etymology of ectocanthion

ect- + -canthion (irregular from Late Latin canthus corner of the eye)

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