pectoral

• Relatif à la poitrine ou au thorax ; souvent utilisé en anatomie et en médecine pour décrire des muscles, des zones ou des traitements.

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 (relatif à la poitrine)

   • 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.

   Synonymesthoracic

• Nom désignant l'une des deux grands muscles de la poitrine ou un ornement décoratif porté sur la poitrine.

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.

   Muscle pectoral

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

   Synonymespectoral 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 (ornement de poitrine)

   • 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.

   Synonymesbreastplate