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scapula

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Noun — Either of the two flat, triangular bones that form the back of the shoulder; the shoulder blade.

Synonyms

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shoulder bone shoulder blade

How to use scapula

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fractured scapula scapula muscles

Etymology

From Late Latin scapula, meaning "shoulder."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scapula” mean?

The word “scapula” means either of the two flat, triangular bones that form the back of the shoulder; the shoulder blade. In plain terms, the medical name for the shoulder blade.

How do you use “scapula” in a sentence?

Here is “scapula” used in a sentence: “The X-ray showed a hairline fracture in his scapula.”

What part of speech is “scapula”?

“Scapula” is a noun.

Where does the word “scapula” come from?

The word “scapula” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin scapula, meaning "shoulder.".

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