muscle
Pronunciation:
/ˈmʌs.əl/noun
Definitions
A contractile form of tissue which animals use to effect movement.
Example: Muscle consists largely of actin and myosin filaments.
Synonyms:thewAn organ composed of muscle tissue.
(usually in the plural) A well-developed physique, in which the muscles are enlarged from exercise.
Strength, force.
verb
Definitions
To use force to make progress, especially physical force.
Example: He muscled his way through the crowd.