Palatine

Palatine refers to something of or relating to the palate. The term may also refer to several different concepts in anatomy, history, and geography.

Anatomy

In anatomy, the term "palatine" can refer to several structures:

• Palatine bone: One of two bones located at the roof of the mouth.
• Palatine process: A process of the maxillary bone that forms the anterior three quarters of the hard palate.
• Palatine gland: A group of salivary glands in the palate.
• Palatine uvula: A conical projection hanging down from the middle of the soft palate, known simply as the uvula.
• Palatine tonsil: One of the tonsils located on the left and right sides at the back of the throat.

History

In history, "palatine" can refer to:

• Count Palatine: A high-level official attached to imperial or royal courts in Europe since Roman times.
• County Palatine: Areas ruled by a count palatine, a title conferred by the monarch.

Geography

In geography, "palatine" can refer to:

• Palatine Hill: One of the seven hills of Rome, Italy.
• Palatinate (region): A region in southwestern Germany.
• Palatine, Illinois: A village in Cook County, Illinois, United States.

See also

• Palatinate (disambiguation)
• Palatine Chapel (disambiguation)
• Palatine Library (disambiguation)

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