Gracilis

Definition

The gracilis is a long, thin muscle located on the inner thigh that extends from the pubic bone to the tibia. It is involved in hip adduction and helps in knee flexion.

Related terms

Adduction:

The movement towards the central line of the body or bringing limbs closer to the torso.

Flexion:

A bending movement that decreases the angle between two parts of the body.

Sartorius:

The longest muscle in the human body, which runs diagonally across the front of the thigh and assists in flexing, abducting, and rotating the hip