鰓骨
also: さいこつ · えらぼね
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Meanings
1
Anatomical term for the jawbone; often used in medical or biological contexts. Cross-referenced with 顎骨 (jawbone).
See also: 顎骨
The jawbone is the main bone that forms the lower jaw.
Remove the fish's jawbone before cooking.
2
branchial arches; gill arches
Specifically refers to the bony structures supporting the gills in fish; used in ichthyology and anatomy.
The gill arches of fish play an important role in respiration.