Definition of Rectus

1. Noun. Any of various straight muscles.

Generic synonyms: Muscle, Musculus

Definition of Rectus

1. n. A straight muscle; as, the recti of the eye.

Definition of Rectus

1. Noun. (anatomy) Any of several straight muscles in various parts of the body, as of the abdomen, thigh, eye etc. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Rectus

1. a straight muscle [n -TI]

Medical Definition of Rectus

1. Origin: NL, fr. L. Regere to keep straight. A straight muscle; as, the recti of the eye. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rectus

rectovesical fistula
rectovesical fold
rectovesical pouch
rectovesical septum
rectress
rectresses
rectrices
rectrix
rectums
rectus (current term)
rectus abdominis
rectus capitis anterior
rectus capitis lateralis
rectus capitis posterior major
rectus capitis posterior minor
rectus femoris
rectus inferior
rectus lateralis
rectus medialis
rectus muscle of thigh
rectus superior

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