Sphincter: meaning, definitions and examples
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sphincter
[ หsfiลktษr ]
muscular structure
A sphincter is a circular muscle that constricts or relaxes to open and close a passage or opening in the body. Sphincters are found in various parts of the digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. They play a crucial role in controlling the flow of substances and maintaining bodily functions. Dysfunction or abnormalities in sphincter muscles can lead to various medical conditions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The anal sphincter controls bowel movements.
- The lower esophageal sphincter prevents acid reflux.
- The external urethral sphincter regulates urination.
- Sphincterotomy is a surgical procedure to treat sphincter dysfunction.
Translations
Translations of the word "sphincter" in other languages:
๐ต๐น esfรญncter
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคซเคฟเคเคเฅเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Sphinkter
๐ฎ๐ฉ sfinkter
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะฝะบัะตั
๐ต๐ฑ zwieracz
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฌ็ด็ญ (ใใคใใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท sphincter
๐ช๐ธ esfรญnter
๐น๐ท sfinkter
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ด์ฝ๊ทผ (gwal-yak-geun)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนุถูุฉ ู ุตุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ sphincter
๐ธ๐ฐ sphincter
๐จ๐ณ ๆฌ็บฆ่ (kuรฒyuฤjฤซ)
๐ธ๐ฎ sfinkter
๐ฎ๐ธ sphincter
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะธะฝะบัะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแฅแขแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sfinkter
๐ฒ๐ฝ esfรญnter
Etymology
The word 'sphincter' comes from the Greek word 'sphinktฤr', which means 'a binder' or 'to bind'. This term is derived from the verb 'sphingein', which means 'to squeeze' or 'to tighten'. The usage of the term in medical anatomy dates back to the early 19th century, as anatomists began to study human muscle functions in greater detail. The concept of sphincters itself has been recognized since ancient times, but the formal classification and understanding of their role in the body has evolved significantly over the centuries. As medical science advances, sphincters continue to be a focus of research, especially in fields such as gastroenterology and urology.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,773, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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