soleus

/səʊˈliː.əs/ · noun

Meaning

A broad, flat muscle that extends behind the gastrocnemius along the back of the calf.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

soleus muscle(English)gastrocnemius(English)plantaris(English)vastus lateralis(English)triceps surae(English)peroneus longus(English)vastus(English)vastus externus(English)calcaneus(English)plantar(English)flexor(English)flexion(English)

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Sources

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