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Princeton's WordNet

  1. platysmanoun

    either of two broad muscles located on either side of the neck and innervated by the facial nerve; extends from lower jaw to clavicle and is involved in moving the mouth and jaw

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  1. platysmanoun

    A muscle in the neck

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  1. platysma

    The platysma is a thin, flat muscle located in the neck, extending from the base of the jaw down to the collarbone. This superficial muscle is responsible for actions such as pulling down the corners of the mouth and lowering the lower lip, as seen when expressing sadness or fright. It also aids in moving the skin of the neck and acts indirectly to help lower the jaw.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of platysma in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of platysma in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8


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  • ಪ್ಲಾಟಿಸ್ಮಾKannada

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