cephalomotor

/sɛfəloʊˈmɒtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A nerve cell or fiber that transmits signals from the brain to muscles, especially in the head or face, involved in voluntary movement.

“The cephalomotor system plays a crucial role in the coordination of facial expressions.”

Synonyms

  • cranial motor
  • facial motor

Antonyms

  • cranial sensory
  • facial sensory