Lats Meaning in English
word · lemma: lat
ˈɫæts/, /ˈɫɑts
LATS or LAHTS
lˈæts
LATS
Definition
'Lats' is an informal, shortened term for latissimus dorsi, the large muscles on each side of your back that help move your arms and shoulders.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal; mostly used in fitness, bodybuilding, or gym contexts. Usually plural ('lats'), rarely singular. Common collocations: 'work your lats,' 'lats workout,' 'wide lats.' Not to be confused with 'laps' (swimming or race circuits) or 'lads' (boys/men).
Spanish: dorsalesPortuguese (BR): dorsaisPortuguese (PT): dorsaisChinese (Simplified): 背阔肌Chinese (Traditional): 背闊肌Hindi: लेट्स (पिठ की मांसपेशियाँ)Arabic: عضلات الظهر العريضةBengali: ল্যাটস (পৃষ্ঠের পেশী) - ল্যাটিসিমাস ডরসিRussian: латисы - широчайшие мышцы спиныJapanese: 広背筋（こうはいきん）Vietnamese: cơ xôKorean: 광배근Turkish: kanatlar (sırt kası) - latissimus dorsiUrdu: لیٹس (پیٹھ کی بڑی پٹھیاں) - لیٹیسمس ڈورسیIndonesian: otot punggung - latissimus dorsi
Example Sentences
He does pull-ups to make his lats stronger.
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Your lats help you lift heavy things overhead.
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After my workout, my lats feel sore.
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Want a V-shaped back? You need to work your lats more.
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My trainer says my lats are getting bigger every week!
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You can really see his lats when he flexes in the mirror.
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