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extensor

noun
/ɪkˈstɛnsər/

Meaning

a muscle that serves to extend or straighten a limb or part of the body.

Example Sentences

The extensor muscles in the arm help straighten the elbow.

Synonyms

straightener muscle, extender muscle

Antonyms

flexor muscle

Collocations

extensor muscle, extensor tendon, extensor mechanism

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