Sphincter Synonyms

sfĭngktər
A ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. anatomical sphincter
  2. sphincter muscle

Words Related to Sphincter

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Sphincter Sentence Examples

  • Besides the sphincter pupillae, the fibres of the ciliary muscle are stimulated.

  • Feeling confident you have the muscle tone required for a controlled venting operation, you allow the sphincter to slightly relax.

  • The sphincter of Oddi surrounds the ampulla and prevents reflux of duodenal contents into the pancreatic duct.

  • Particular medicines can make.g.RD worse by relaxing the sphincter, e.g. diazepam.

  • Hiatus hernia Other risks chocolate, peppermint, coffee and alcohol hamper sphincter function.

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