superficial temporal arteries

A form of superficial temporal artery — Either of the two terminal branches of each external carotid artery that pass upward over the zygomatic process of the temporal bone, and are distributed by way of branches especially to the more superficial parts of the forehead and sides of the head and face.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of superficial temporal artery
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