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Meaning of the word muscle in English

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muscle

US /ˈmʌs.əl/
UK /ˈmʌs.əl/
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Noun

1.

a band or bundle of fibrous tissue in a human or animal body that has the ability to contract, producing movement in or maintaining the position of parts of the body.

Example:
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He pulled a muscle in his leg while running.
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Regular exercise helps build strong muscles.
Synonym:
sinewtendonbrawn
2.

physical strength

Example:
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He used his muscle to lift the heavy box.
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The company has enough financial muscle to expand.
Synonym:
strengthpowermightbrawnvigor

Verb

1.

to use force or influence to achieve something

Example:
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The company tried to muscle its way into the new market.
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He had to muscle his way through the crowd.
Synonym:
forcepushshovebullycoerce
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Related Word:
muscle memory