rectus

[rek-tuhs]

rectus Definition

a muscle that is straight and parallel with the long axis of the body, such as the rectus abdominis.

Using rectus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rectus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rectus femoris is one of the four quadriceps muscles in the human body.

  • Example

    The rectus abdominis is commonly known as the 'six-pack' muscle.

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Summary: rectus in Brief

The term 'rectus' [rek-tuhs] refers to a straight muscle that is parallel with the long axis of the body. Examples include the rectus abdominis and rectus femoris.