orbiculares orum

US/ɔɹˌbɪk.jəˌlɛɹ.ɪs ˈɔɹ.əm/

A form of orbicularis oris — A muscle made up of several layers of fibers passing in different directions that surrounds the mouth and controls most movements of the lips (as compressing, closing, or pursing movements).

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of orbicularis oris
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