caudofemoral

/ˌkaw.do.fem.ɔr.əl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or affecting the caudofemoralis muscle, which is a muscle in the thigh extending from the ilium to the femur.

“The caudofemoralis muscle plays a key role in hip flexion and knee extension during certain gait patterns.”

2. noun

The caudofemoralis muscle itself.

“The anatomy of the caudofemoral muscle in quadruped animals differs from that in bipedal species.”

Synonyms

  • iliopsoas
  • iliotibial

Antonyms

  • ischial