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NINTH CRANIAL NERVE Synonyms

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

Best Alternative Words for NINTH CRANIAL NERVE

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glossopharyngeal nerve
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noun

• 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

nervus glossopharyngeus
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noun

• 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 NINTH CRANIAL NERVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ninth cranial 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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