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masticatory muscle

Term ID
UBERON:0003681
Synonyms
  • jaw muscle
  • muscle of mastication
  • musculi masticatorii
Definition
In humans: Muscles arising in the zygomatic arch that close the jaw. Their nerve supply is masseteric from the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve. (From Stedman, 25th ed) (2)
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