Synonyms for

Adduct

Verb / ˈædʌkt / Another word for adduct — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To move or draw towards the axis of the body or limb

Synonyms & similar words

abduct pull draw tug haul tow drag carry transport move shift transfer conduct channel guide direct steer lead fetch bring take

Example sentences

  1. He adducts his leg to stretch his groin muscles.
  2. She uses her hand to adduct her finger to her palm.
  3. The physical therapist instructed the patient to adduct her shoulder to improve range of motion.
  4. The crane operator uses a cable to adduct the heavy load onto the truck bed.
  5. The captain uses the joystick to adduct the airplane to the runway.

Quotes

  • The muscles that adduct the arm are the pectoralis major, the latissimus dorsi and the teres major. - Unknown
  • The adductors are the muscles located on the inner thigh and they help to adduct the leg towards the midline of the body. - Unknown
  • The adductors can be stretched by doing the butterfly stretch where you sit on the floor with your soles of the feet together and gently adduct your knees towards the floor. - Unknown

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