transversus linguae (transverse muscle of tongue)

Introduction

An intrinsic muscle of the tongue.

Origin

septum of tongue

Insertion

dorsum & sides of tongue

Action

decreases lateral dimension of the tongue

Innervation

• motor: hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)
• sensory: lingual nerve

More general terms

• skeletal muscle (voluntary muscle)

Additional terms

• arytenoid cartilage