muscular (adj.)

  1. of or relating to or consisting of muscle; muscular contraction'

  2. having a robust muscular body-build characterized by predominance of structures (bone and muscle and connective tissue) developed from the embryonic mesodermal layer

    [ Syn: mesomorphic , mesomorphic ]

  3. having or suggesting great physical power or force; the muscular and passionate Fifth Symphony'

  4. (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful; a hefty athlete; a muscular boxer; powerful arms

    [ Syn: brawny , hefty , powerful , sinewy ]

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