Muscular (en. Muscular)

/mus.ku.lar/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Having developed muscles.
The athlete is muscular due to his constant training.
El atleta es muscular gracias a su entrenamiento constante.
Pertaining to the body's muscle mass.
He follows an appropriate diet to maintain his muscular appearance.
Sigue una dieta apropiada para mantener su apariencia muscular.
Indicates physical strength.
His muscular physique impresses everyone at the gym.
Su físico muscular impresiona a todos en el gimnasio.

Etymology

From the Latin 'muscularis', related to 'musculus', which means 'muscle'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

muscular fitness
Physical state related to muscle development.
muscular fitness
muscular endurance
The capacity of the muscles to sustain effort for an extended period.
muscular endurance

Related Words

muscle
Tissue in the body that contracts to produce movement.
músculo
training
The process of developing strength and physical skills.
entrenamiento
strength
The ability to perform physical work.
fuerza

Slang Meanings

Muscular
That guy is a real muscle man after lifting weights for so long.
Ese tipo es un verdadero musculoso después de levantar pesas por tanto tiempo.
Bodybuilder
He has become a bodybuilder; he's more muscular than ever.
Se ha vuelto culturista, está más muscular que nunca.