Sphincter

//ˈsfɪŋk.tɚ//

Word Type

Noun

The word "sphincter" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

sphincter boy sphincteral sphincteric sphinctero

Etymologically Related To

Context

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

muscle musculus

Type Of (IsA)

Related Terms

Related Terms

band cardia constrict muscle physiological relax ringlike sphinx

Synonym Network

anatomical sphincter

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