deltoid

• Relatif au muscle deltoïde de l'épaule ; également utilisé pour décrire une forme triangulaire.

Relating to the deltoid muscle of the shoulder; also used to describe a triangular shape.

1. Triangular shapeC1formal

   Having a shape that resembles a triangle or the Greek letter delta (Δ), with a broad base and a pointed apex.

   En forme de delta, triangulaire

   • The leaf has a distinct deltoid form, tapering to a sharp point.
   • The architect designed a deltoid window for the modern building.
   • Certain geometric patterns feature deltoid shapes.

   Synonymesthree-corneredtriangular

• Muscle triangulaire volumineux qui recouvre l'articulation de l'épaule et est responsable de l'abduction, de la flexion, de l'extension et de la rotation du bras.

A large triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint that is responsible for abducting, flexing, extending, and rotating the arm.

1. Shoulder muscleB2formalmedical

   A large, triangular muscle that covers the shoulder joint and is responsible for lifting the arm away from the body, as well as flexing, extending, and rotating it.

   Muscle deltoïde

   • He injured his deltoid during weightlifting.
   • The deltoid muscle is often targeted in shoulder exercises.
   • Physical therapy helped strengthen her deltoid after the surgery.

   Synonymesdeltoid muscle