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Adductor

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Adductors are muscles located in the body that are responsible for pulling a limb or part thereof toward the midline of the body or towards another part. In humans, these muscles are primarily found in the thighs and are crucial for movements such as bringing the legs together.