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.