Gluteus

usgb/ˈɡluːtiəs/
noun

The muscle located in the buttocks area.

The gluteus muscles are used for standing and walking.
Visual representation of "gluteus" - The muscle located in the buttocks area.

Often appears as...

  • gluteus maximus
  • gluteus minimus

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Exercise Context

Used to describe muscles targeted during workouts, particularly in fitness and bodybuilding.

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Squats really work your gluteus muscles.
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Technical Term

Primarily used in medical or sports settings, rather than everyday conversation.

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The patient injured his gluteus during the fall.
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Physiology Discussions

Commonly referred to in discussions about human body mechanics or sports injuries.

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Overworking the gluteus can lead to muscle strain.
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