noun
lateral pterygoid muscle
Anatomical term for one of the muscles of mastication; used in medical and dental contexts.
外側翼突筋は下顎の動きに関与する。
The lateral pterygoid muscle is involved in the movement of the lower jaw.
The medial pterygoid muscle, which works together with the lateral pterygoid muscle in jaw movement.
Compound of 外側 (lateral), 翼 (wing), 突 (protrude), and 筋 (muscle), reflecting its anatomical position and shape.