biceps brachii

[ brey-kee-ahy, -kee-ee, brak-ee-ahy, -ee-ee ]

noun

1. biceps

Word History and Origins

Origin of biceps brachii¹

1855–60: < New Latin: literally, biceps of (the) arm

Example Sentences

The triceps brachii is the chief antagonist of the biceps brachii.

From Project Gutenberg

This synovial bursa forms a smooth groove through which the biceps brachii glides in the anterior scapulohumeral region.

From Project Gutenberg

Thus it is seen, the biceps brachii is a weight bearing structure, as well as one that has to do with swinging the leg.

From Project Gutenberg

It is attached anteriorly to the tendon of the biceps brachii (flexor brachii).

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