Sphenoid Wing

**Semantic type:** Anatomical Structure

**Definition:** One of two strong processes of the sphenoid bone, which arise from the sides of the body, and are curved upward, laterally, and backward. The superior or cerebral surface of each greater wing forms part of the middle cranial fossa.

**Synonyms:** - ALISPHENOID PROCESS - Alisphenoid Process - Greater Wing of the Sphenoid Bone