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trigeminus

Pronunciation: /trʌɪˈdʒɛmɪnəs/
Definition of trigeminus

noun (plural trigemini /-nʌɪ/)

Anatomy
  • each of the trigeminal nerves.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Latin, literally 'three born at the same birth', extended to mean 'threefold'

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