medius
- adjective
- /ˈmiːdiəs/
- Specialized
- The gluteus medius muscle plays a key role in stabilizing the hip.
Examples
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The doctor explained that the medius nerve runs between the other two main nerves in the arm.
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In anatomy, the term medius often refers to a structure located between two others.
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The medius muscle is crucial for hip movement.
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In anatomy, the medius refers to structures located between others.
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The gluteus medius muscle is essential for maintaining balance during walking.
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In anatomical terms, a medius structure connects other parts, providing support.
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The surgeon pointed out that the medius artery runs between the major blood vessels.
Synonyms
Near the center of something
Near the middle of the body or a body part
Located between two parts, especially in the body
Antonyms
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
Medius comes from the Latin word medius, which means 'middle'. So it describes something that sits in the middle or between two other parts.