ANATOMICAL SPHINCTER
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Anatomical Sphincter.
Anatomical Sphincter - as a noun
A ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sphincter16sphincter muscleHypernyms (Closely Related)
muscle10musculusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
physiological sphincteranal sphinctermusculus sphincter anisphincter ani
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musculus sphincter urethraeurethral sphincterbladder sphinctermusculus sphincter vesicaemusculus sphincter ductus choledochimusculus sphincter ductus pancreaticimusculus sphincter pupillaepupillary sphinctermusculus sphincter pyloripyloric sphincterpyloric valve
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Example Sentences
"The anatomical sphincter at the base of the esophagus prevents acid reflux."
"The urinary system includes an anatomical sphincter that controls the flow of urine."
"The anatomical sphincter in the rectum helps regulate bowel movements."
"An injury to the anatomical sphincter in the anus can cause fecal incontinence."
"The body has multiple anatomical sphincters to control the movement of digestive substances."
