scapulare

/skæpjʊˈlɛrɪ/; /skəpjʊˈlɛrɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the scapula

“The scapulare bone structure is a critical component of the human shoulder”

2. noun

a bone or bony structure resembling the scapula

“The scapulare formed the base of the dinosaur’s wing”

3. suffix

indicating a relation to the scapula

“Scapulare muscles are attached to the scapula bone”

Synonyms

  • scapular
  • shoulder-like

Antonyms

  • chest-related
  • sternal