trigeminal
/traɪˈdʒɛmɪnəl/
adjective
- Relating to the trigeminal nerve, which is the fifth cranial nerve responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions like chewing.
- The dentist numbed the trigeminal area before the procedure.
- The trigeminal nerve has three main branches that cover different parts of the face.
- Trigeminal neuralgia is a condition that causes severe facial pain.