Meaning of the word deltoid in English
What does deltoid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
deltoid
US /ˈdel.tɔɪd/
UK /ˈdel.tɔɪd/
Noun
a large triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint, responsible for lifting the arm away from the body
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He worked on his deltoids at the gym.
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The injection was given into the deltoid muscle.
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Adjective
of or relating to the deltoid muscle; triangular
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The artist sketched the prominent deltoid shape of the shoulder.
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The leaf had a distinct deltoid outline.
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