What does BICEP mean?

Here is the requested information on "bicep": Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. The large muscle at the front of the upper arm that flexes the forearm.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈbaɪsɛp/
• UK: /ˈbaɪsɛp/

Origin and Usage

The word "bicep" is a shortened form of "biceps brachii," which is Latin for "two-headed muscle of the arm." The term has been used in English since the early 17th century to refer to the muscle in the upper arm.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

• brace
• carpe
• creep
• cripe
• price

Example Sentences

1. He flexed his bicep to show off his muscles.
2. She felt a sharp pain in her bicep after lifting the heavy box.
3. The athlete trained hard to strengthen his bicep for the upcoming competition.