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Definition of Soleus

1. Noun. A broad flat muscle in the calf of the leg under the gastrocnemius muscle.

Definition of Soleus

1. a muscle in the calf of the leg [n -LEUSES or -LEI]

Medical Definition of Soleus

1. Origin, posterior surface of head and upper third of shaft of fibula, oblique line and middle third of medial margin of tibia, and a tendinous arch passing between tibia and fibula over the popliteal vessels; insertion, with gastrocnemius by tendo calcaneus (achillis) into tuberosity of calcaneus; action, plantar flexion of foot; nerve supply, tibial. Synonym: musculus soleus. (05 Mar 2000)

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