ophthalmic nerves

A form of ophthalmic nerve — One of the three major branches or divisions of the trigeminal nerve that supply sensory fibers to the lacrimal gland, eyelids, ciliary muscle, nose, forehead, and adjoining parts.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of ophthalmic nerve
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