abduction
nounfemininetécnico/ɐbduˈsɐ̃w̃/low
ab·du·ção
Definition
Movement of a limb or body part away from the central axis.
Abduction of the arm is performed by the deltoid muscle.
The physiotherapist tested hip abduction.
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Common collocations
arm abductionhip abductionabduction movement
Etymology
Do latim 'abductio, abductionis'.