What is another word for locomotor muscle?
Pronunciation: [lˌə͡ʊkəmˈə͡ʊtə mˈʌsə͡l] (IPA) 
The term locomotor muscle refers to the muscles that are responsible for movement in the body. There are several synonyms for this term such as skeletal muscle, voluntary muscle, striated muscle, and somatic muscle. Skeletal muscles are named so because they attach to the bones and enable voluntary movement. Voluntary muscles refer to muscles that can be controlled consciously like those involved in walking, running, or lifting. Similarly, striated muscles have a distinctive striped appearance and are also under voluntary control. Lastly, somatic muscles refer to all the muscles under conscious control, including locomotor muscles. Understanding these synonyms can be useful when discussing movement disorders or exercising.
