DIMPLES Meaning and
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Dimples, in the context of human anatomy, refer to small, visible indentations or depressions that commonly appear on the cheeks or other parts of the face when a person smiles or exhibits certain expressions. These distinctive facial features are characterized by small, naturally occurring hollows in the skin, often appearing as symmetrical dips on either side of the face.
Dimples are typically present on both cheeks. They are caused by the underlying facial muscles, known as zygomaticus major and zygomaticus minor, which connect from the cheekbones to the corners of the mouth. When these muscles contract during smiling, a slight pulling force is exerted on the overlying skin, resulting in the formation of a small depression or crease.
The presence of dimples is largely a genetic trait, and some individuals are born with them while others are not. Dimples are more commonly observed in individuals with certain genetic predispositions, and they may run in families as an inherited characteristic. Moreover, dimples are considered an attractive feature by many and are often seen as desirable or cute.
While dimples are typically associated with the cheeks, they can also occasionally appear on other areas of the body, such as the chin or back. However, facial dimples remain the most well-known and recognized form.
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Etymology of DIMPLES
The word "dimples" is derived from the Middle English word "dymple", which can be traced back to the Old English word "dympel". This Old English term shares its roots with the Middle Low German word "dümpeln", which means "to tumble" or "to fall down". The connection between a dimple and tumbling or falling is likely due to the way a dimple forms on the face as the skin collapses or tumbles inward when someone smiles or displays facial expressions.
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