quadriceps

Meanings

• noun

  The large muscle on the front of the thigh that enables extension of the leg at the knee.

  - "The quadriceps muscle is crucial for activities like running, jumping, and walking."
  - "After a long hike, I could feel my quadriceps aching with every step."

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Synonyms

quads

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Variants

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quadriceps , quadricepses

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Etymology

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From the Latin quattuor, meaning 'four', and ceps, meaning 'heads'. The name reflects the muscle's four main sections.

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Trivia

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1. The quadriceps muscle is the most powerful muscle in the human body when measured by its ability to produce force.

2. Quadriceps are often referred to as 'the thigh's front-line soldiers' because of their crucial role in leg extension.

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Related Concepts

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1. hamstrings: The opposing muscle group to the quadriceps, located at the back of the thigh.

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Culture

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The quadriceps is a popular term in sports and fitness, often mentioned in discussions about strength training and athletic performance.

How to Memorize "quadriceps"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a ball sitting on the front of your thigh. Contracting your quadriceps would be like pushing the ball upward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'quadriceps' with the number 'four' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic like 'Quad, Quad, Quad, Quad' to help remember the name of the muscle.

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