Adductor Muscle (Noun)
Meaning
A muscle that draws a body part toward the median line.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The adductor muscle in the thigh helps to bring the leg towards the midline of the body.
- The adductor muscle of the thumb is responsible for bringing the thumb towards the palm of the hand.
- The adductor muscle in the pelvic region plays a crucial role in stabilizing the hip joint.
- The adductor muscle of the arm helps to bring the arm towards the body.
- The adductor muscle of the jaw helps to bring the jawbone towards the midline of the face.