noun
- a straight muscle, especially any of several straight muscles of the abdomen, eye, or thigh
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The rectus abdominis is commonly known as the ‘six-pack’ muscle.
- The surgeon carefully examined the rectus femoris during the procedure.
- Damage to the rectus muscles can affect eye movement.
- The rectus sheath protects the abdominal muscles underneath.
- Physical therapy focused on strengthening the rectus muscles.