gluteus
/ˈɡluːtɪəs
/(also gluteus muscle)
noun (plural glutei /ˈɡluːtɪʌɪ/)
Any of three muscles in each buttock which move the thigh, the largest of which is the gluteus maximus.The strong muscles of the buttocks (glutei) span the hip joints, and are crucial to support and stability....
- The hamstring muscles on the back of the thigh work with your gluteus maximus during leg extension and knee flexion.
- The position of the legs - with the bottom tucked in - will develop the gluteus, adductors, and gastrocnemius muscles to name but a few.
Origin
Late 17th century: modern Latin, from Greek gloutos 'buttock'.