abdominals
n. B1 Intermediate ab·dom·i·nals
n. the muscles in your stomach area. People often do exercises like sit-ups to strengthen these muscles.
n. the muscles of the abdominal region. Often used in the plural to refer to the collective group of muscles in the torso.
He does sit-ups every morning to build his abdominals.
The fitness instructor demonstrated several exercises designed to target the lower abdominals and improve core stability.
While many focus on the visible definition of the abdominals, functional strength training emphasizes the deep core muscles that support posture and prevent injury during heavy lifting.