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Musculus Temporalis.
Musculus Temporalis - as a noun
Muscle extending from the temporal fossa to the coronoid process of the mandible; acts to raise the mandible and close the jaws
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
temporal muscletemporalistemporalis muscleExample Sentences
"The musculus temporalis is a fan-shaped muscle located on the side of the head."
"The contraction of the musculus temporalis allows us to close our jaws."
"Damage to the musculus temporalis can cause difficulties in chewing."
"The musculus temporalis works in coordination with the mandibular joint."
"The function of the musculus temporalis is to assist in the movement of the jaw."
