Meaning of the word "trigeminal nerve" in English
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trigeminal nerve
US /traɪˈdʒemɪnəl nɜːrv/
UK /traɪˈdʒem.ɪ.nəl nɜːv/
Noun
the fifth cranial nerve, which supplies sensation to the face, mucous membranes, and other structures of the head, and innervates the muscles of mastication
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Damage to the trigeminal nerve can cause severe facial pain.
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The dentist administered a local anesthetic to block the trigeminal nerve.
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