Abduct

Definition

In the context of anatomy and physiology, to abduct is to move a limb or other part away from the midline of the body or from another part. This action is primarily facilitated by certain muscles in the muscular system.

Related terms

Adduct: To adduct is to move a limb or other part toward the midline of the body or towards another part.

Muscular System: The organ system that enables movement of the body and internal organs through contraction and relaxation of muscle tissues.

Lever Systems: In biomechanics, lever systems describe how bones act as levers and joints function as fulcrums to enable movements generated by muscular contractions