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Peroneus
Meaning: A group of muscles on the lateral side of the lower leg that evert the foot.
In practice: Peroneus longus weakness can lead to ankle instability and inversion sprains.
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Which word means: The broad back muscle that adducts and extends the arm.
Answer: Latissimus
Which word means: The longest muscle in the body, running diagonally across the thigh.
Answer: Sartorius
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