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Bizeps

biceps

noun BEE-tseps Rare
Body & Health Body Parts

Origin: from Latin biceps (two-headed)

Usage Note

Bizeps refers to the biceps brachii muscle of the upper arm. It is the muscle most associated with strength displays (Bizeps anspannen = to flex one's biceps) and is widely understood even outside fitness contexts.

Examples

"Liegestützen trainieren nicht nur den Bizeps, sondern auch die Brust."

Natural Translation

Press-ups train not only the biceps but also the chest.

Literal Translation

Press-ups train not only the biceps, but also the chest.

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