rectus Meaning & Definition
/ˈɹɛk.təs/
What Does Rectus Mean?
As a noun, rectus means Any of several straight muscles in various parts of the body, as of the abdomen, thigh, eye etc. It can also mean Ellipsis of rectus abdominis.
Rectus at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɹɛk.təs/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | recti |
Rectus Definition (Noun)
- Any of several straight muscles in various parts of the body, as of the abdomen, thigh, eye etc.
- Ellipsis of rectus abdominis.
- Any of a number of muscles controlling the movement of the eyeball.
Synonyms of Rectus
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Rectus synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
rectus (plural recti)
Words That Rhyme With Rectus
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Origin of Rectus
Borrowed from Latin rēctus (“straight, upright”), clipping of mūsculus rēctus (“straight muscle”).
How Do You Say Rectus?
You say rectus as /ˈɹɛk.təs/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɹɛk).