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deltoid Definition

del·toid (delto̵id′)

adjective

  1. shaped like a delta; triangular
  2. designating or of a large, triangular muscle which covers the shoulder and raises the arm away from the side

Etymology: Gr deltoeidēs: see delta & -oid

noun

the deltoid muscle

deltoid Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • involve: This improves their ability to control the shoulder during the powerful concentric actions of the pectorals and anterior deltoid involved in throwing or serving.
  • work: Barbell Military Press exercise John Gibb The barbell military press is a great exercise for working the deltoids.

Adjective modifier

  • anterior: This improves their ability to control the shoulder during the powerful concentric actions of the pectorals and anterior deltoid involved in throwing or serving.
  • rear: Rear Deltoid Pull; using the lower pulley of a cable machine perform 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps with a suitable weight.
  • posterior: In the high bar method, the bar will be resting on top of the posterior deltoids right at the base of the neck.

Modifies a noun

  • ligament: A few also have localized tenderness over the deltoid ligament; these tend to have more complex injuries.
  • muscle: The deltoid muscle takes over lifting the arm once the arm is away from the side.
  • script: It's a historical you're going to tell me you don't read deltoid script, aren't you?
  • region: The upper arm ( deltoid region ) is the preferred site of injection.
  • division: There was no change in contact area with lateralisation of fibula even with deltoid division.

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