epicanthic fold

epicanthic fold definition - medical

ep·i·can·thic fold (ĕpˌĭ-kănˈthĭk)

noun
A fold of skin of the upper eyelid that partially covers the inner corner of the eye. Also called epicanthus, palpebronasal fold.

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