
Scapula
Medical Term
Used primarily in medical or anatomical contexts, like in biology class or when discussing injuries with a doctor.
The X-ray showed a slight dislocation in the scapula area.
Anatomy Specific
It refers specifically to the bone, not the surrounding muscles or the shoulder area in general.
The massage therapist focused on the muscles around the scapula.
Not Pluralized
The singular form 'scapula' refers to one shoulder blade, while 'scapulae' is the plural form for both.
Both scapulae are visible in the diagram.
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