bicep

American  

[bahy-sep] / ˈbaɪ sɛp /

noun

1. a biceps muscle, especially the one at the front of the upper arm.

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Etymology

Origin of bicep

First recorded in 1955–60; back formation from biceps

Example Sentences

Back-rower Dempsey, 31, was expected to miss the rest of the tournament after picking up a bicep injury in the Calcutta Cup win over England but returned to the squad following the victory away to Wales in round three.

From BBC

The 31-year-old was expected to miss the rest of the Six Nations after damaging a bicep against England.

From BBC

There were four sixes but the the risk-free control of 12 fours, which barely got off the carpet, emphasised T20 cricket's most important muscle is the mind not the bicep.

From BBC

He offered to show me a large surgery scar, rolling up his right sleeve to reveal the pale pink flesh — and a well-trained bicep.

From Los Angeles Times

The Charlotte Hornets star guard held three fingers to his bicep each time he splashed a shot through the net.

From Los Angeles Times