trigeminal nerve

noun

Meaning

The nerve responsible for sensation and motor function in the face and mouth.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

trigeminal(English)fifth cranial nerve(English)nervus trigeminus(English)trigeminus(English)fifth nerve(English)facial nerve(English)mandibular nerve(English)maxillary nerve(English)

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