What's the difference between flector and lector?

Flector


Definition:

  • (n.) A flexor.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) Opposite findings were recorded with regard to the F wave according to whether the flector or extensor nucleus was explored; the consequent hypothesis of TRH-T activity at the interneuron level was supported by the inhibition of the short head biceps reflex following administration of the drug.
  • (2) The patient recovered within three days from her neurological signs and symptoms, consisting of complete paresis of the hip and knee flectors and severe headache.
  • (3) Neurologic examination revealed slight weakness of the hip extensors and a marked weakness of the knee flectors and foot extensors without loss of sensation.

Lector


Definition:

  • (n.) A reader of lections; formerly, a person designated to read lessons to the illiterate.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) GuardianWitness es el hogar para el contenido de los lectores de The Guardian.
  • (2) Nos gustaría oír de lectores que están en los países afectados por el virus del zika.
  • (3) (Caveat lector - do not read this book before going to sleep.)

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