Meaning Of The Word Gluteus maximus

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Gluteus maximus Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Gluteus maximus?

gluteus maximus in American English
the outermost of the glutei, a large, rounded muscle that acts to extend the thigh
noun: the broad, thick, outermost muscle of the buttocks, involved in the rotation and extension of the thigh

gluteus maximus in British English
noun: the largest of the three muscles that form the human buttock and move the thigh

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