Word
abs
US/ˈæbz/
UK/ˈæbz/
Definition
n. the muscles in your stomach area, especially when they are strong and visible.
n. an informal clipping of 'abdominal muscles', typically used in the context of fitness or physical appearance.
Examples
“He does a hundred sit-ups every day to get strong abs.”
“After months of strict dieting and core training, the athlete finally saw her abs becoming visible.”
“While many fitness influencers focus on the aesthetic appeal of defined abs, physical therapists emphasize that core strength is primarily essential for spinal stability and overall functional movement.”
Examples
simple
“He does a hundred sit-ups every day to get strong abs.”
contextual
“After months of strict dieting and core training, the athlete finally saw her abs becoming visible.”
complex
“While many fitness influencers focus on the aesthetic appeal of defined abs, physical therapists emphasize that core strength is primarily essential for spinal stability and overall functional movement.”
Usage
Always used in the plural form in this sense.
Real-World Examples
“I don’t know Jack Hanna, but do you think he has washboard abs?”