Muscle Definition
muscle
noun
- one of the contractile organs of the body
- animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells
- a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard; "the drug lord had his muscleman to protect him"
- authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way); "the senators used their muscle to get the party leader to resign"
- possessing muscular strength
verb
- make one's way by force; "He muscled his way into the office"
"Muscle" in song lyrics
See how muscle is used in real songs:
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"When you're doin' the Bart, you use every muscle"
2 Live Crew — Do the Bart -
"as my dirty thoughts mudwrestle in my head muscle"
Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider -
"And players go to jail to get muscle"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — Eye's of a Child
Words that rhyme with muscle
Usage tips for "muscle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "muscle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for muscle to find words that pair well.