Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pull-a-muscle

verb

/pʊl ə ˈmʌsəl/

Definition

To strain or injure a muscle by exerting too much force or pressure on it.

Examples

He pulled a muscle while playing soccer.
She should stretch properly to avoid pulling a muscle during workouts.
After lifting that heavy box, he felt he might have pulled a muscle in his back.

Meaning

When someone pulls a muscle, it means they have caused damage to their muscle tissue, usually by lifting something too heavy or making an abrupt movement.