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Pterygoid Muscle (Noun)

Meaning

Muscle descending from the sphenoid bone to the lower jaw.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The pterygoid muscle plays a crucial role in the movement of the lower jaw, allowing for actions such as chewing and speaking.
  • The pterygoid muscle is divided into two parts, the medial and lateral pterygoid, which work together to facilitate jaw movement.
  • In anatomy, the pterygoid muscle is described as a muscle of mastication, originating from the sphenoid bone and inserting into the mandible.
  • Damage to the pterygoid muscle can result in difficulties with jaw movement and alignment, leading to issues with eating and speaking.
  • The pterygoid muscle is innervated by the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve, which provides the necessary motor control for its function.

Hypernyms

  • Striated Muscle
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