noun
- the large muscle at the back of the upper arm that straightens the arm
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- He worked out his triceps with overhead extensions.
- The triceps is responsible for extending the elbow joint.
- She felt soreness in her triceps after the workout.
- Push-ups help strengthen both the chest and triceps.
- The trainer showed proper form for triceps dips.
- His triceps were well-developed from years of weightlifting.