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TENSOR TYMPANI

\tˈɛnsə tɪmpˈɑːnɪ], \tˈɛnsə tɪmpˈɑːnɪ], \t_ˈɛ_n_s_ə t_ɪ_m_p_ˈɑː_n_ɪ]\

Definitions of TENSOR TYMPANI

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a small muscle in the middle ear that tenses to protect the eardrum

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

a small muscle in the middle ear that tenses to protect the eardrum

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

Tensor muscle of the tympanic membrane that draws the handle of the malleus medialward and tenses the tympanic membrane. (Stedman, 25th ed)

2010 - Medical Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

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