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Scapula

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