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Noun depressor muscle has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebDepressor muscleDescription:A depressor muscle is a type of muscle that causes depression or downward movement of a body part or structure. Senses and Usages:Sense 1:In anatomy, a depressor muscle refers to a specific muscle that is responsible for depressing or moving a body part downwards. Example sentence: The depressor muscle of the mandible helps lower the jaw when chewing. Sense 2:In cosmetic procedures, a depressor muscle is often targeted to reduce the appearance of wrinkles or fine lines. Example sentence: Botox injections target the depressor muscles around the eyes to minimize crow's feet. Sense 3:In medical contexts, a depressor muscle can also refer to a muscle that decreases blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. Example sentence: The depressor muscle of the arterioles helps regulate blood pressure by widening the vessels. Related Products: | ||||
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