Medical Definition of Rhomboideus major
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Origin, spinous processes and corresponding supraspinous ligaments of first four thoracic vertebrae; insertion, medial border of scapula below spine; action, draws scapula toward vertebral column; nerve supply, dorsal of scapula nerve.
Synonym: musculus rhomboideus major, greater rhomboid muscle.
(05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rhomboideus Major
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