n :  the one of the three major branches or divisions of the trigeminal nerve that supply sensory fibers to the lacrimal gland, eyelids, ciliary muscle, nose, forehead, and adjoining parts - called also ophthalmic , ophthalmic division  - compare MANDIBULAR NERVE MAXILLARY NERVE  .
 
 
 
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