muscles (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈmʌsəlz/
Definition
Tissues in the body that can contract and relax to produce movement, or to maintain a position.
Examples
The athlete trained to build stronger muscles.
Tears in the muscles can cause pain and limit movement.
Regular exercise helps to keep your muscles healthy and flexible.
How to Use muscles
- build muscles (collocation)
- To increase the size and strength of muscles through exercise. — "He goes to the gym regularly to build muscles."
- muscle tone (collocation)
- The state of a muscle that is in a constant state of slight contraction, ready to activate. — "Yoga can improve your muscle tone and flexibility."
- muscle pain (collocation)
- Discomfort or soreness in the muscles. — "She experienced severe muscle pain after the marathon."
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