What is another word for orbicularis oculi?
Pronunciation: [ɔːbˈɪkjʊlˌɑːɹɪs ˈɒkjʊlˌa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
The orbicularis oculi muscle is also commonly referred to as the eyelid muscle and is responsible for closing the eyelids. Other synonyms for orbicularis oculi include the circular muscle of the eye and the muscle of the eyelids. It is a flat, circular muscle that surrounds the eye and is divided into two parts: the orbital part and the palpebral part. The orbital part is responsible for closing the eye tightly, while the palpebral part is responsible for a gentle, blinking motion. It is an essential muscle for eye protection and preventing dry eye, as well as expressions such as winking, squinting, and smiling.
