inferior rectus

WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Definitions from WordNet

Noun inferior rectus has 1 sense

inferior rectus muscle, inferior rectus, rectus inferior - the ocular muscle whose contraction turns the eyeball down and medially
--₁ is a kind of ocular muscle, eye muscle

Definitions from the Web

Inferior rectus

Description:

The inferior rectus is a muscle located in the eye that plays a crucial role in controlling vertical movement. It originates from the common tendinous ring and inserts onto the inferior surface of the eyeball. It is one of the six extraocular muscles responsible for moving the eye and ensuring proper alignment.

Sample sentences:

The inferior rectus helps in looking downwards or depressing the eye.
Damage to the inferior rectus can result in limited downward eye movement.
Eye examinations often involve assessing the function of the inferior rectus to detect any abnormalities.

Possible related products on Amazon:

Search for books on inferior rectus

Search for eye care products related to inferior rectus

inferior court inferior epigastric vein inferior labial artery inferior labial vein inferior mesenteric artery inferior ophthalmic vein inferior planet inferior pulmonary vein inferior rectus inferior rectus muscle inferior thalamostriate vein inferior thyroid vein inferior vana cava inferior vena cava inferior vene cava inferior vocal cord inferior vocal fold

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

Check latest bestsellers | New Arrivals in Electronics