gastrocnemius
/ˌɡæstrɑkˈnimiəs/
noun
- The large muscle at the back of the lower leg that helps point the foot downward and is important for walking, running, and jumping.
- She strained her gastrocnemius while playing basketball.
- Stretching the gastrocnemius can help prevent leg cramps.
- The gastrocnemius is often called the calf muscle.
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