gastrocnemii
/ˌɡæstrɑkˈnimiˌaɪ/
noun
- Plural of gastrocnemius; the pair of large calf muscles in the back of the lower leg.
- The athlete stretched both gastrocnemii before the race.
- The physical therapist massaged her gastrocnemii to relieve tightness.
- Injuries to the gastrocnemii are common in sports that involve sprinting.