Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pecs
noun
/pɛks/
Definition
Pecs, short for pectoral muscles, are the large muscles located in the chest area of the human body.
Examples
- He does push-ups every day to strengthen his pecs.
- The gym instructor emphasized the importance of building strong pecs for overall upper body strength.
Meaning
Pecs are responsible for movements involving the upper arms and play a significant role in actions such as pushing and lifting.
Synonyms
- pectoral muscles
- chest muscles
