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musculature

noun/ˈmʌskjʊlɪtʃər/

the system or arrangement of muscles in a body or body part

The athlete's well-defined musculature allows him to perform at peak levels during competitions.

muscle systemmuscular systemmusculous structure
word origin — from Latin 'musculatura', derived from 'musculus' meaning 'little mouse', referring to the way muscles move under the skin