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Meaning of muscles
The primary meaning of the word "muscles" refers to the strong, flexible tissues in the body that have the ability to contract, producing movement.
Etymology of muscles
The word "muscle" comes from the Latin word "musculus", meaning little mouse, possibly due to the resemblance of some muscles to mice.
Historically, the term "muscle" has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the flesh of the body, particularly the strong, flexible tissues that facilitate movement.
Synonyms
sinews
tendons
fibers
tissues
flesh
brawn
physique
body
strength
power
might
force
energy
vigor
robustness
hardness
toughness
firmness
tone
resilience
endurance
potency
capability
faculty
aptitude
talent
skill
prowess
muscularity
musculature
thews
corporality
physicality
somaticness
bodily strength
muscular strength
Definitions
- The definition of "muscles" according to Oxford Languages is: the tissue in the body that has the ability to contract, making movement possible.
- Another definition is: a band or bundle of fibres in the body that has the ability to contract, causing movement.
Usage Examples
- The athlete's muscles were well-developed from years of intense training.
- Regular exercise helps to strengthen and tone the muscles in the body.
- The doctor examined the patient's muscles to check for any signs of injury or strain.
Antonyms
weakness
frailty
feebleness
debility
infirmity
flaccidity
limpness
laxity
softness
delicacy
daintiness
slenderness
thinness
emaciation
gauntness
fragility
brittleness
vulnerability
susceptibility
powerlessness
helplessness
impotence