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Definition of Quadriceps
1. Noun. A muscle of the thigh that extends the leg.
Exact synonyms: Musculus Quadriceps Femoris, Quad, Quadriceps Femoris
Generic synonyms: Extensor, Extensor Muscle
Group relationships: Thigh
Generic synonyms: Extensor, Extensor Muscle
Group relationships: Thigh
Definition of Quadriceps
1. n. The great extensor muscle of the knee, divided above into four parts which unite in a single tendon at the knee.
Definition of Quadriceps
1. Noun. (anatomy) A muscle having four heads, especially the large extensor at the front of the thigh. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Quadriceps
1. [n -CEPSES or -CEPS]