gluteus maximus

[ mak-suh-muhs ]

/ ˈmæk sə məs /

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noun, plural glutei max·i·mi

[mak-suh-mahy]. /ˈmæk səˌmaɪ/.

the broad, thick, outermost muscle of the buttocks, involved in the rotation and extension of the thigh.

Facetious. the buttocks.

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Origin of gluteus maximus

1900–05; <New Latin: largest gluteus

You can thank your gluteus maximus for a movement known as the hip extension which allows us humans to perform basic functions like walking and standing—as well as more extreme endeavours like running.
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about muscles|Claire Maldarelli and Sara Chodosh|October 3, 2021|Popular-Science
Squats help you learn how to engage your gluteus maximus and quadriceps properly, which means you’re less likely to hurt your knees.
The three strength exercises everyone should do|empire|August 22, 2021|Popular-Science
Kardashian, ever the opportunist, no doubt surveyed the gluteus landscape and wanted in on the cultural “conversation.”
Kim Kardashian Bares Her Shiny, Bounteous Butt, Breaks the Internet|Marlow Stern|November 12, 2014|DAILY BEAST
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Test Article|CNN|October 31, 2014|DAILY BEAST

At the end of Gladiator, Maximus Decimus Meridius, played by Russell Crowe, dies.
The 11 Worst Sequel Ideas to Come out of Hollywood|Chancellor Agard|November 20, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Another Maximus factor is the august Roman -us ending, with other names like Atticus, Cassius, Augustus and Magnus heating up.
Top Baby Names of the Future|Pamela Redmond Satran/Nameberry, Linda Rosenkrantz|December 11, 2009|DAILY BEAST
The Vestal virgins received especial honor, and were appointed by the Pontifex Maximus.
Beacon Lights of History, Volume I|John Lord
The highest religious officer of the state, the pontifex maximus, was from this time on elected by the Pontifical College.
The Two Great Republics: Rome and the United States|James Hamilton Lewis
Quintus Fabius Maximus seemed a man just passing the prime of life.
The Lion's Brood|Duffield Osborne
Maximus, the celebrated cynic philosopher and magician of Ephesus, instructed the Emperor Julian in magic.
The Mysteries of All Nations|James Grant
After the death of Julian, Maximus was nearly sacrificed by the soldiers, but his friends succeeded in saving his life.
The Mysteries of All Nations|James Grant