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