masseter Meaning & Definition
/maˈsiː.tə/
What Does Masseter Mean?
Masseter is used as a noun meaning The large muscle which runs through the rear part of the cheek from the temporal bone to the lower jaw on each side, raises the lower jaw, and assists in mastication.
Masseter at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /maˈsiː.tə/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Plural | masseters |
Masseter Definition (Noun)
- The large muscle which runs through the rear part of the cheek from the temporal bone to the lower jaw on each side, raises the lower jaw, and assists in mastication.
Noun
- The large muscle which raises the under jaw, and assists in mastication.
Synonyms of Masseter
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Masseter synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
masseter (plural masseters)
Origin of Masseter
Borrowed from New Latin massētēr. Compare French masséter.
How to Pronounce Masseter
You say masseter as /maˈsiː.tə/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (siː).