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anatom·i·cal sphinc·ter

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  1. sphincter, anatomical sphincter, sphincter musclenoun

    a ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening

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  1. anatomical sphincter

    An anatomical sphincter is a circular muscle that normally maintains constriction of a natural body passage or orifice and which relaxes as required by normal physiological functioning. Sphincters are found in many places within the body, including the stomach, anus, and esophagus. They control the passage of various substances such as food, liquid, waste, or even blood.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of anatomical sphincter in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of anatomical sphincter in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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