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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pectorals

/ˈpɛktərəlz/ noun · British & US
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What does pectorals mean?

noun

The muscles of the chest, especially the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor. The pectorals are a key muscle group in the upper body, involved in movements such as pushing and throwing.

Example

"The athlete's well-developed pectorals were visible under his tight t-shirt."

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