Definition of Glossopharyngeal nerve

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Glossopharyngeal nerve: The ninth cranial nerve, which supplies the tongue, throat, and one of the salivary glands (the parotid gland). Problems with the glossopharyngeal nerve result in difficulties with tasting and 'swallowing.

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