glute

British

/ ɡluːt /

noun

informal short for gluteus

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Etymology

Origin of glute

C20

Example Sentences

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It’s deeply relaxing — and notably thorough, with attention paid to areas like the glutes that many massages skip.

From Salon

It’s primarily the hamstrings and quadriceps, but everything, including the glutes, calves, hips and core, counts.

From Los Angeles Times

A groin injury had forced Jones out of a match at last week's Auckland International, but it was a glute problem that led to her retirement against Klimovicova.

From BBC

The 34-year-old, known as GrassHopper on his gaming channels, said that preparation for the marathon took six months and included physical training, focusing on his "legs and glutes", as well a a diet plan.

From BBC

Uphills exact a harsh toll on an athlete’s hamstrings, glutes and calves while spiking their heart rate.

From The Wall Street Journal

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