Styloglossal
Translation of "styloglossal" into Russian
styloglossal
AdjectiveUK
/ˌstaɪləʊˈɡlɒsəl/
US
/ˌstaɪləˈɡlɑsəl/
styloglossal
The styloglossal muscle is responsible for retracting the tongue.
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Definitions
styloglossal
AdjectiveUK
/ˌstaɪləʊˈɡlɒsəl/
US
/ˌstaɪləˈɡlɑsəl/
Relating to or involving the styloglossus muscle, which is a muscle of the tongue.
The surgeon noted the styloglossal movement during the procedure to ensure proper function of the tongue.
Pertaining to both the styloid process of the temporal bone and the tongue.
The clinician examined the styloglossal region for signs of inflammation.