Definition of "trigeminal" [tri•gem•i•nal]

Of or relating to the trigeminal nerves; trifacial. (adjective)

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Use "trigeminal" in a sentence

"Another painful condition that can affect the head and face is called trigeminal neuralgia TN; also called tic douloureux."
"What we think now is that the migraine discharges irritate and cause firing in a nerve called the trigeminal nerve."
"The trigeminal is a large nerve that comes directly from the brain and divides into three branches to cover the face."

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trifacial trigeminal nerve trigeminal neuralgia