"leg curl" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: leg curls [plural]
Etymology: From leg + curl. Etymology templates: {{m|en|leg}} leg, {{m|en|curl}} curl Head templates: {{en-noun}} leg curl (plural leg curls)
  1. (weightlifting) An exercise performed on a machine in which the hamstring muscles are exerted to bend the knee while acting against resistance applied to the lower calf. The exercise may be performed while prone or standing, depending on the design of the machine. Categories (topical): Weightlifting Related terms: curl, biceps curl
    Sense id: en-leg_curl-en-noun-u6VAQX88 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports, weightlifting

Inflected forms

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