noun

scapula

Scapula (noun) means Either of the two flat, triangular bones that form the back of the shoulder; the shoulder blade. Example: “The X-ray showed a hairline fracture in his scapula.”

noun

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

"The X-ray showed a hairline fracture in his scapula."

How to use scapula

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe medical name for the shoulder blade.

Common pairings

fractured scapula scapula muscles

Word forms

scapulae plural, scapulas plural, scapulæ plural

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Etymology

From Late Latin scapula, meaning "shoulder."

Origin: Late Latin

Synonyms

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shoulder bone shoulder blade

Rhymes for scapula

Ula hula Tula Paula Ursula nebula fibula Dracula spatula arugula Caligula tarantula

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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.".