1. relating to or affecting the masseter muscle of the jaw
Usage: medical; anatomical

Examples

• The dentist examined the patient’s masseteric region for signs of inflammation.
• Masseteric nerve damage can affect jaw movement and chewing ability.
• The surgeon carefully avoided the masseteric artery during the procedure.
• Physical therapy focused on masseteric muscle strengthening exercises.
• The masseteric fascia provides structural support to the jaw muscles.