CEFR C1

corrugator supercilii

noun phrase

Meaning

A small, pyramidal muscle located at the medial end of the eyebrow, which helps to pull the eyebrow downward and medially, contributing to facial expressions of frowning, squinting, or concentrating.

Examples

The corrugator supercilii muscle plays a key role in forming facial expressions of concern or disapproval.
When the corrugator supercilii contracts, it pulls the eyebrow downward, creating a furrowed appearance.

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corrugator supercilii (C1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /kəˈrʌɡeɪtər ˌsuːpərˈsɪli.aɪ/

Definition

A small, pyramidal muscle located at the medial end of the eyebrow, which helps to pull the eyebrow downward and medially, contributing to facial expressions of frowning, squinting, or concentrating.

Examples

The corrugator supercilii muscle plays a key role in forming facial expressions of concern or disapproval.
When the corrugator supercilii contracts, it pulls the eyebrow downward, creating a furrowed appearance.

How to Use corrugator supercilii

contraction of the corrugator supercilii (noun phrase): the act of the muscle contracting — "Contraction of the corrugator supercilii muscle leads to a furrowed brow."
relaxation of the corrugator supercilii (noun phrase): the act of the muscle relaxing — "Relaxation of the corrugator supercilii muscle can reduce the appearance of frown lines."

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