Biceps Brachii (Noun)
Meaning
A muscle that flexes and supinates the forearm.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The biceps brachii is a two-joint muscle that plays a crucial role in flexing the elbow and supinating the forearm.
- During a dumbbell curl exercise the biceps brachii is the primary muscle flexing and supinating the forearm.
- Flexion of the forearm and extension of the wrist occurs when the biceps brachii contracts and the extensor muscles relax.
- Contracting the biceps brachii causes the forearm to flex and supinate, resulting in the palm facing upwards.
- The biceps brachii muscle is responsible for flexing the forearm and supinating the wrist, as well as stabilizing the shoulder joint.