trochlear nerve

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Noun trochlear nerve has 1 sense

trochlear, trochlear nerve, trochlearis, fourth cranial nerve - either of the two cranial nerves on either side that control the superior oblique muscles of the eyes
--₁ is a kind of cranial nerve

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Trochlear Nerve

Definition:

The trochlear nerve, also known as cranial nerve IV, is one of the twelve cranial nerves. It is responsible for movement of the superior oblique muscle, which controls eye movement.

Sample Sentences:

1. The trochlear nerve controls the ability to look downward and inward.

2. Damage to the trochlear nerve may result in double vision or difficulty in tilting the head.

3. Due to a trauma, his trochlear nerve was temporarily affected, causing his eyes to move in an uncoordinated manner.

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