Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
voluntary muscle
noun
ˈvɒl.ənˌteri ˈmʌs.əl
Definition
A type of muscle that can be controlled consciously.
Examples
- When you want to lift your arm, your voluntary muscles contract to make that movement possible.
- Playing sports involves a lot of voluntary muscle coordination.
- Exercises strengthen voluntary muscles and improve overall fitness.
Meaning
Voluntary muscles are those that work under the control of the will. They enable movements such as walking, lifting, and other activities that require deliberate action.
Synonyms
- skeletal muscle
- striated muscle
- muscle under conscious control
