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Noun: musculus sphincter ani
  1. The sphincter muscle of the anus
    "The musculus sphincter ani helps maintain continence";
    - anal sphincter, sphincter ani

Derived forms: musculus sphincter anis

Type of: anatomical sphincter, sphincter, sphincter muscle

Part of: anus

Encyclopedia: Musculus sphincter ani