slow-twitch

[ sloh-twich ]
/ ˈsloʊˌtwɪtʃ /

adjective Physiology.

of or relating to muscle fiber that contracts relatively slowly and is resistant to fatigue (distinguished from fast-twitch).

Origin of slow-twitch

First recorded in 1975–80

Words nearby slow-twitch

slow-moving, slow-pitch, slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis, slow-release, slow-scan television, slow-twitch, slow-up, slow-wave sleep, slow-witted, slowcoach, slowdown