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Vocabulary Entry
sternocleidomastoid
|noun
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noun
A muscle in the neck that allows for rotation and flexion of the head.
Example Sentences
"The sternocleidomastoid is responsible for turning the head to the side."
"During the anatomy class, we studied the structure of the sternocleidomastoid muscle."
"Injuries to the sternocleidomastoid can lead to neck pain and restricted movement."