The phrase "powerful hindquarters" refers to having strong muscles in the back legs of an animal or person. It means they have a lot of strength and energy in that part of their body.
Sentences with «powerful hindquarters»
They have extremely powerful hindquarters which allow them to jump to great heights and run with rapid acceleration and quick turns. (cfa.org)
The standard height for both fox terriers is around 15 1/2 inches, and they have a strong but short back as well as powerful hindquarters. (dogingtonpost.com)
The West Highland White Terrier is a small, game, well - balanced hardy looking terrier, exhibiting good showmanship, possessed with no small amount of self - esteem, strongly built, deep in chest and back ribs, with a straight back and powerful hindquarters on muscular legs, and exhibiting in marked degree a great combination of strength and activity. (westieclubamerica.com)