Hypernym

tensor 2

noun

any of several muscles that cause an attached structure to become tense or firm

Part_meronym

leg 1

noun

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

tensor fasciæ latæ 1

noundomain: body part

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English

Definition

The tensor fasciae latae (or tensor fasciæ latæ) is a muscle of the thigh; it assists in keeping the balance of the pelvis while standing, walking, or running.

Examples

1.The tensor fasciae latae is a hip flexor and abductor muscle, meaning it assists in moving the hip forward and outward.

Synonyms

tensor fasciae latae 1

Part_holonym

leg 1

noun

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

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