leg extension

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Definition of leg extension in English English dictionary

An exercise performed on a machine while seated. The quadriceps (thigh muscles) are exerted to straighten the knee while acting against resistance applied to the lower shin

Related Terms

leg extensions

plural form of leg extension

Hyphenation

leg ex·ten·sion

Turkish pronunciation

leg îkstenşın

Antonyms

leg curl

Pronunciation

/ˈleg əkˈstensʜən/ /ˈlɛɡ ɪkˈstɛnʃən/

Etymology

() From leg + extension.