Detrusor

/dɪˈtruːzər/ noun

Definition

A muscle that pushes or thrusts, especially the bladder muscle that contracts to expel urine.

Etymology

From Latin 'detrudere' (to push down) with the agent suffix '-or' (one that). Used in anatomy to name muscles that push or expel.

Kelly Says

Your detrusor muscle is so powerful that it can generate pressures strong enough to empty your bladder completely—it's like a biological squeeze bottle!

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