What does gluteus maximus mean?
Definitions for gluteus maximus
ˈmæk sə məs; ˈmæk səˌmaɪglu·teus max·imus
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Princeton's WordNet
gluteus maximusnoun
the outermost of the three gluteal muscles
Wiktionary
gluteus maximusnoun
The largest of the muscles of each buttock.
gluteus maximusnoun
The buttocks.
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Gluteus maximus
The gluteus maximus is the main extensor muscle of the hip. It is the largest and outermost of the three gluteal muscles and makes up a large part of the shape and appearance of each side of the hips. It is the single largest muscle in the human body. Its thick fleshy mass, in a quadrilateral shape, forms the prominence of the buttocks. The other gluteal muscles are the medius and minimus, and sometimes informally these are collectively referred to as the glutes. Its large size is one of the most characteristic features of the muscular system in humans, connected as it is with the power of maintaining the trunk in the erect posture. Other primates have much flatter hips and cannot sustain standing erectly. The muscle is made up of muscle fascicles lying parallel with one another, and are collected together into larger bundles separated by fibrous septa.
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gluteus maximus
The gluteus maximus is the largest and most superficial of the three gluteal muscles. Located in the buttocks, it is responsible for movement of the hip and thigh, including extending the thigh and taking it out to the side. Its main use is in activities that require the body to move upwards or forwards such as climbing stairs or running. It also plays a role in maintaining the body upright.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of gluteus maximus in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of gluteus maximus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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- glúteo mayorSpanish
- grand fessierFrench
- gluteo massimoItalian
- grote bilspierDutch
- gluteus maximusVietnamese
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