frontalis

/ˈfrʌntəlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the front part of the head, especially the forehead.

“The frontalis muscle is responsible for elevating the eyebrows.”

2. noun

a muscle in the forehead, especially one of the muscles that elevate the eyebrows.

“The frontalis muscles contracted in response to the loud noise.”

Synonyms

  • forehead
  • frontal

Antonyms

  • dorsal
  • posterior