Definitions

1. noun

Either of the two large, flat muscles on either side of the back of the neck, between the base of the skull and the shoulder blades.

“The trapezius muscle played a crucial role in her ability to lift the heavy weights.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting a trapezium or trapezoid, or a quadrilateral with two pairs of sides of unequal length.

“The trapezius shape of the building’s design allowed it to fit perfectly on the available land.”

3. proper noun

A muscle in the human body.

“The trapezius is a muscle that connects the shoulder blades to the skull.”