SPHINCTERS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Sphincters.
Sphincters - as a noun
A ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anatomical sphinctersphincter 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 human body has several sphincters, including the anal sphincter."
"The sphincters in the digestive system help regulate the flow of food."
"Incontinence can occur when the sphincters lose their ability to control urine."
"The sphincters in the esophagus prevent acid reflux."
"The muscles of the anus form the internal and external sphincters."
Word Game Points
Is SPHINCTERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sphincters is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SPHINCTERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SPHINCTERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sphincters is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSPHINCTERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is SPHINCTERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sphincters is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSPHINCTERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
