Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contractibility

noun

/kənˈtræktəˌbɪlɪti/

Definition

The ability of a muscle or other tissue to become smaller or shorter.

Examples

The contractibility of cardiac muscle is essential for effective heart function.
Doctors assess the contractibility of muscles during physical examinations.
A decrease in contractibility may indicate muscular disorders.

Meaning

Contractibility refers to the characteristic of certain tissues, particularly muscles, to undergo a change in size or shape when stimulated, allowing them to perform functions such as movement or maintaining posture.