pectoral

• Relativo al pecho o al tórax; se usa frecuentemente en anatomía y medicina para referirse a músculos, regiones o tratamientos de esa zona.

Relating to the chest or breast; often used in anatomy and medicine to describe muscles, regions, or treatments.

1. Relating to the chestB2formalmedical

   Pertaining to the chest or thorax region of the body.

   Pectoral, relativo al pecho

   • The pectoral muscles are important for upper body strength.
   • He felt a sharp pain in his pectoral area after the workout.
   • The doctor examined the patient's pectoral region for any abnormalities.

   Sinónimosthoracic

• Sustantivo que designa una de las dos grandes músculos de la parte anterior del tórax, o bien una pieza ornamental que se lleva sobre el pecho, a modo de adorno o distintivo.

A noun referring to either of the two large chest muscles, or an ornamental piece worn on the chest or breast.

1. Chest muscleB2formalmedical

   Either of the two large muscles located on the front of the chest, often referred to as the pecs.

   Músculo pectoral

   • He injured his pectoral while lifting weights.
   • The athlete has well-developed pectorals.
   • Stretching the pectorals can improve posture.

   Sinónimospectoral muscle

2. Chest ornamentC1formalart

   An ornamental piece of jewelry or decoration worn on the chest or breast, often used in historical or religious contexts.

   Pectoral ornamental

   • The priest wore a golden pectoral during the ceremony.
   • Ancient Egyptian pharaohs were often depicted with a pectoral.
   • The museum displayed a beautifully crafted pectoral from the 12th century.

   Sinónimosbreastplate