synovial

English

Etymology

From synovia + -al, related to New Latin synoviālis.

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Adjective

synovial (not comparable)

  1. (anatomy) Relating to or denoting a type of joint which is surrounded by a thick flexible membrane forming a sac into which is secreted a viscous fluid that lubricates the joint.
    1. (anatomy) Of, relating to, or secreting synovial fluid.
    2. (anatomy) Lined with synovial membrane.

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Interlingua

Adjective

synovial (not comparable)

  1. synovial
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