Definitions

1. noun

The longest and most superficial of the anterior thigh muscles, extending from the anterior superior iliac spine to the tibia; it is involved in knee flexion and is also known as the ‘muscle of the tailor’ due to its prominent appearance when a person sits cross-legged.

“The physical therapist helped the patient stretch the sartorius muscle after it was injured in a sports accident.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling the sartorius muscle.

“The sartorius muscle is the longest of the anterior thigh muscles.”