Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
evertor
Noun
/ɪˈvɜː.tər/
Definition
A muscle or structure that causes eversion, which is the turning of a body part outward.
Examples
- The evertor muscle in the foot helps to turn the sole outward.
- In anatomy, the term ‘evertor’ can apply to structures that perform outward rotation.
- The evertor works in conjunction with other muscles to maintain balance.
Meaning
Evertor refers to any muscle or mechanism in the body that facilitates the movement of a limb or part away from the midline, particularly in the context of the foot or the eye.
Synonyms
- Outward rotator
- Abductor
- Extensor