Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pec
Noun
/pɛk/
Definition
A short form for pectoral muscle, often referring to the muscles in the chest area.
Examples
- He did several push-ups to build his pecs.
- Many people focus on their pecs during weight training.
- She added an exercise for her pecs to her workout routine.
Meaning
The term ‘pec’ is commonly used in fitness and bodybuilding contexts to describe the muscles that make up the chest.
Synonyms
- pectoral
- chest muscle
- pectoralis
