tricipital

/trɪˈsɪpɪtəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having three parts or three divisions.

“The tricipital muscle in the arm is a powerful muscle made of three parts.”

2. noun

A muscle with three parts, especially the triceps brachii.

“The doctor examined the patient’s tricipital muscles to diagnose the injury.”

Synonyms

  • trifid
  • tripartite

Antonyms

  • monopartite
  • unicital