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GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the phrase glossopharyngeal nerve. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase glossopharyngeal nerve. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE

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nervus glossopharyngeus
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• sensory nerve to the pharynx and back of the tongue; motor fibers innervate muscles that elevate the pharynx and larynx; includes parasympathetic fibers to the otic ganglion

ninth cranial nerve
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• sensory nerve to the pharynx and back of the tongue; motor fibers innervate muscles that elevate the pharynx and larynx; includes parasympathetic fibers to the otic ganglion

Best Hypernyms For GLOSSOPHARYNGEAL NERVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for glossopharyngeal nerve, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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cranial nerve
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