concentric

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concentric

  1. (geometry) Having a common center.
  2. (physiology) (of a motion) in the direction of contraction of a muscle. (E.g. extension of the lower arm while flexing the tricep; closing of the jaw while flexing the masseter).

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having a common center
in the direction of contraction of a muscle
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