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Seven

Seven (/ˈsɛvən/) is a number that is often associated with various medical terms and concepts. It is derived from the Old English seofon, from Proto-Germanic *sebun (source also of Old Saxon sibun, Old Norse sjau, Swedish sju, Danish syv, Old Frisian siugun, Middle Dutch seven, Dutch zeven, Old High German sibun, German sieben, Gothic sibun).

Medical Terms Associated with Seven

  • Seventh cranial nerve: Also known as the facial nerve, it is the seventh paired cranial nerve. It emerges from the pons of the brainstem, controls the muscles of facial expression, and functions in the conveyance of taste sensations from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.
  • Seventh cervical vertebra: The seventh cervical (C7) vertebra is the largest and most inferior vertebra in the neck region. Unlike the other cervical vertebrae, the C7 has a long and prominent spinous process that is palpable through the skin at the base of the neck.
  • Seventh-day Adventists: A Christian denomination known for its observance of Saturday, the seventh day of the week in Christian and Jewish calendars, as Sabbath. The denomination grew out of the Millerite movement in the United States during the mid-19th century and it was formally established in 1863. Among its beliefs, it promotes a vegetarian diet and a strict code of health, which has led to a longer life expectancy for its members.

Related Terms

  • Seven-year itch: A psychological term that suggests that happiness in a relationship declines after around year seven of a marriage. The phrase originated as a name for irritating and contagious skin complaints of a long duration.
  • Seven stages of grief: A concept that suggests that people go through seven distinct stages of grief when they suffer a loss. This concept is widely used in counseling and therapy.

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