zygomaticus major

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How do you pronounce zygomaticus major?

The recorded pronunciation is /ˌzaɪ.ɡəˌmæt.ək.əs ˈmeɪ.d͡ʒɚ/.

What does zygomaticus major mean?

A slender band of muscle on each side of the face that arises from the zygomatic bone, inserts into the orbicularis oris and skin at the corner of the mouth, and acts to pull the corner of the mouth upward and backward when smiling or laughing.

Where does zygomaticus major come from?

Borrowed from New Latin zygomaticus major, clipping of mūsculus zygomaticus major (“larger zygomatic muscle”).

How to pronounce zygomaticus major

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