Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gluteus
noun
ˈɡluː.ti.əs
Definition
The gluteus is a term that refers to the muscles located in the buttocks.
Examples
- The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body.
- Many exercises, like squats, target the gluteus muscles effectively.
Meaning
Specifically, it denotes the group of three muscles that make up the buttocks, which are responsible for hip movement and stabilization.
Synonyms
- buttocks
- hindquarters
- rump
