cheek
buccae
A fleshy subdivision of one side of the face bounded by an eye, ear and the nose.
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| Tipo | Organ |
| Estrutura pai | lateral structure |
| Nome latino | buccae |
| FMA ID | 46476 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheek?
A fleshy subdivision of one side of the face bounded by an eye, ear and the nose.
What is the Latin name for the cheek?
The Latin name for the cheek is buccae.
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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.
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