The term "vena parotidea posterior" refers to a specific vein located near the parotid gland, which is a salivary gland in the human body. Although not widely known, there are a few synonyms for this anatomical feature. Alternative names that can be used to refer to the "vena parotidea posterior" include the posterior parotid vein and the parotid posterior vein. These synonyms simply provide different linguistic variations to describe the same vein. Understanding these synonyms is important for medical professionals and anatomists to communicate effectively when discussing the parotid gland and its associated structures.