Meaning of the word "accessory nerve" in English
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accessory nerve
US /əkˈsesəri nɜːrv/
UK /əkˈsesəri nɜːrv/
Noun
1.
the eleventh cranial nerve, which supplies the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles.
Example:
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Damage to the accessory nerve can lead to weakness in the shoulder and neck.
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The surgeon was careful to avoid the accessory nerve during the procedure.
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