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In science class, we learned about muscle.
What does Muscle mean?
Muscle is body tissue that moves your body parts.
Dictionary definition
Body tissue that helps you move.
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After practice, we talked about how muscle affects movement and comfort.
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Practice 1
What does muscle mean?
Muscle means Muscle is body tissue that moves your body parts.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to muscle?
Body Tissue is close in meaning to muscle.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a contrast for muscle?
Bone contrasts with muscle.
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Muscle
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muh · sul · strongest beat: muh
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WordMuscle.
Partnoun.
MeaningMuscle is body tissue that moves your body parts.
ExampleExample: In science class, we learned about muscle.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- muh · sul
- Strongest beat
- muh
- Ending
- sul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on muh.
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Synonyms
Words like Muscle
body tissueCan be used as a similar word for muscle in some contexts.
strength tissueCan be used as a similar word for muscle in some contexts.
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Hint for students
A muscle is body tissue that helps you move and use strength.
Common mix-up
Muscle is not the same as bone. Muscles pull and help the body move; bones support the body’s shape.
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Write one sentence that shows muscle without using the word muscle. Example: After lifting the box, the strong tissue in my arm felt tired. Clue words: lifting, strong tissue, arm felt tired Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show a body part used for movement or strength?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "My leg muscle felt sore after the long run." Why does muscle fit better than bone?
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