Triceps

Origin

From Latin trīceps ("triple-headed"), from trēs ("three") + caput ("head").

Full definition of triceps

Noun

1. (anatomy) Any muscle having three heads.
2. (anatomy) Specifically, the triceps brachii.

Synonyms

• (muscle in the arm) triceps brachii, triceps extensor cubiti

Related terms

• biceps
• tricep
• quadriceps