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Meaning of risorius | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ɹɪˈsɔː.ɹi.əs

Definitions

A narrow band of facial muscle arising from the fascia over the masseter and inserting into the tissues at the corner of the mouth, which it draws laterally, as is used when smiling.

Equivalents

Suomi hymylihas
Français risorius

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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