scalene muscle meaning

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scalene muscle (noun): any of four pairs of muscles extending from the cervical vertebrae to the second rib; involved in moving the neck and in breathing.

Definition of scalene muscle

  1. any of four pairs of muscles extending from the cervical vertebrae to the second rib; involved in moving the neck and in breathing

    Synonyms: scalenus, musculus scalenus

    Type of: skeletal muscle

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