What is another word for foramen spinosum?
Pronunciation: [fˈɔːɹe͡ɪmˌɛn spˈɪnɒsəm] (IPA) 
Foramen spinosum is a small opening in the skull that is located just behind the foramen ovale. Its main function is to provide a passage for the middle meningeal artery that is responsible for supplying blood to the dura mater. This tiny hole in the skull can also be referred to using different synonyms such as the spinous foramen, the hole of the spinous process, or the foramen of the spinous bone. In addition, it is also commonly known as the spinosum foramen, which is derived from the Latin word "spinosus" meaning "spiny." Regardless of the name used, it is vital for the proper functioning of the human body.
