Müller's muscle

English

Etymology

Named after German anatomist Heinrich Müller (1820–1864).

Noun

Müller 's muscle (plural Müller's muscles)

(anatomy)
1. Synonym of superior tarsal muscle.
2. Synonym of orbitalis.
3. The circular fibers of the ciliary muscle.
  Synonym: Rouget's muscle

References

“Müller's muscle”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.

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