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(mas-se-ter) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a large muscle that raises the lower jaw and is used in chewing

Example Sentence

The word masseter comes from the Greek word masasthai 'to chew'.

Synonyms

facial muscle; jaw muscle; muscle in the face

Antonyms

foot bone

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