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Definition of Urethral sphincter
1. Noun. A striated sphincter muscle that constricts the urethra.
Exact synonyms: Musculus Sphincter Urethrae
Group relationships: Urethra
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Group relationships: Urethra
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Sphincter, Sphincter, Sphincter Muscle
Definition of Urethral sphincter
1. Noun. (anatomy) The collective name for the muscles used to control the flow of urine from the urinary bladder. These muscles surround the urethra, so that when they contract, the urethra is closed. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Urethral Sphincter
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