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Semitendinosus

Semitendinosus meaning

A fusiform muscle (one of the hamstrings) in the back of the thigh.

Example sentences (2)

The biceps femoris has two heads: The long head has its origin on the ischial tuberosity together with the semitendinosus and acts on two joints.

The semitendinosus acts on two joints; extension of the hip, flexion of the knee, and medial rotation of the leg.