Pterygopalatine is used to refer to structures of the pterygoid processes of the sphenoid and the palatine bone. Specifically, it can refer to: ...
• (a.) Of or pertaining to the pterygoid processes and the palatine bones.
(ter″ĭ-go-pal´ә-tīn) pertaining to a pterygoid process and the palatine bone.
Pter`y·go·pal'a·tine adjective [ Pterygoid + palatine .] (Anat.) Of or pertaining to the pterygoid processes and the palatine bones. 
Type: Term Pronunciation: ter′i-gō-pal′ă-tīn Definitions: 1. Relating to the pterygoid process and the palatine bone.