Chondroglossus

/ˌkɒndrəˈɡlɒsəs/ noun

Definition

A small muscle or anatomical structure that connects cartilage to the tongue, sometimes considered part of the hyoglossus muscle.

Etymology

From Greek 'chondros' (cartilage) + 'glossa' (tongue), referring to an anatomical muscle connecting cartilage and tongue structures.

Kelly Says

The chondroglossus is a tiny, often-overlooked muscle that helps position your tongue—it's one of those anatomical structures that shows how precisely your body is engineered.

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