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abductores

n.
C1 Advanced ab·duc·tores

n. muscles in your body that pull your limbs or fingers away from the middle of your body. They help you move your arms and legs outward.

n. muscles that move a limb or digit away from the midline of the body. Often used in anatomical contexts to describe the lateral movement of joints.


SIMPLE

The abductores help you move your fingers apart.

CONTEXTUAL

During the physical exam, the doctor tested the patient's abductores to check for nerve damage.

COMPLEX

The abductores of the shoulder are essential for maintaining a wide range of motion during overhead activities, such as swimming or throwing.

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