trachealis

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noun

A smooth muscle that bridges the gap between the free ends of C-shaped cartilages at the posterior border of the trachea, adjacent to the oesophagus, and allows air to be expelled forcefully.

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Meanings

noun
  1. anatomyA smooth muscle that bridges the gap between the free ends of C-shaped cartilages at the posterior border of the trachea, adjacent to the oesophagus, and allows air to be expelled forcefully.
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