(neuroanatomy) Each of the fourth pair of cranial nerves that innervate the superior oblique muscle of the eye with motor fibers.

Alternative form of touch a nerve

Alternative form of touch a nerve

(idiomatic) To make a remark or perform a deed which produces a strong response, especially an emotional response such as anxiety or annoyance, because it calls to mind something which has been a source of concern or embarrassment.

plural of facial nerve

(biochemistry) a functional protein complex required for the survival, growth and specialization of certain types of neurons in vertebrates.

plural of nerve net

(biology) Simplistic and uncentralized nervous system of cnidarians.

Alternative form of touch a nerve

The part of the peripheral nervous system that transmits signals from the central nervous system to skeletal muscles, and from receptors of external stimuli, thereby mediating sight, hearing and touch.