Meaning of the word "olfactory nerve" in English
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olfactory nerve
US /oʊlˈfæktəri nɜːrv/
UK /ɒlˈfæktəri nɜːv/
Noun
each of the first pair of cranial nerves, transmitting impulses from the nose to the brain.
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Damage to the olfactory nerve can result in a loss of the sense of smell.
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The olfactory nerve plays a crucial role in our ability to detect scents.
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