deltoid

• Relativo ao músculo deltoide, que cobre o ombro; também designa algo com forma triangular, semelhante à letra grega delta.

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.

   Deltoide

   • 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.

   Sinônimosthree-corneredtriangular

• Músculo triangular grande que cobre a articulação do ombro e é responsável pela abdução, flexão, extensão e rotação do braço. O termo também é usado como adjetivo para descrever estruturas com formato semelhante à letra grega delta, especialmente o músculo deltoide.

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.

   Músculo deltoide

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

   Sinônimosdeltoid muscle