Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lats

noun
/læts/
Definition
The latissimus dorsi muscles located on the back, primarily responsible for movement of the arms and shoulders.
Examples
  • He did several pull-ups to strengthen his lats.
  • Yoga poses often engage the lats for better posture.
  • Bodybuilders focus on lat exercises to achieve a V-shaped torso.
Meaning
Lats are large, flat muscles that stretch across the back and help in various activities such as pulling and lifting.
Synonyms
  • Latissimus dorsi
  • Back muscles
  • Shoulder muscles