Muscle named for its shape, for short Crossword Clue

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Muscle named for its shape, for short Crossword Answer

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MUSCLE (noun)
1. possessing muscular strength
2. one of the contractile organs of the body
MUSCLE (verb)
1. make one’s way by force
SHAPE (noun)
1. the visual appearance of something or someone
2. a perceptual structure
SHAPE (verb)
1. make something, usually for a specific function
2. shape or influence; give direction to

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