synovial
Meaning
- (not-comparable) 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.
- (not-comparable) 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.
Translations
Pronounced as (IPA)
/sʌɪˈnəʊ.vi.əl/
Etymology
From synovia + -al, related to New Latin synoviālis.
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