pectoral muscle

British

noun

either of two large chest muscles ( pectoralis major and pectoralis minor ), that assist in movements of the shoulder and upper arm

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Yeo has delayed surgery on a torn pectoral muscle to play at the World Cup.

From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026

But let's not forget Grigor Dimitrov led Sinner by two sets to love in the Wimbledon fourth round before tearing his right pectoral muscle as he sent down a 14th ace.

From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2026

Since then, a torn pectoral muscle and nagging elbow injury have forced him to adjust his practice routine.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2024

And the Seahawks last year began using Jones more on the outside after edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu was lost for the season to a pectoral muscle injury in October.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 4, 2024

Pain in left great pectoral muscle, worse toward the tendon.

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