triceps

noun — 2 senses

triceps

noun

/ˈtɹaɪ.sɛps/

Etymology From Latin triceps (“triple-headed”), from trēs (“three”) + caput (“head”). See there for more details.

1

Anatomy, Medicine, Sciences Any muscle having three heads.

2

Anatomy, Medicine, Sciences Specifically, the triceps brachii.

  • Kickbacks work the triceps muscle at the back of your arm. Exercising these muscles helps eliminate arm jiggle.2010, Christina T. Loguidice, Bill Loguidice, Wii Fitness For Dummies:
Synonyms
triceps brachii, triceps extensor cubiti
Derived terms
scapulotriceps, side triceps, triceps surae
Related terms
biceps, tricep, quadriceps

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