Associations to the word «Synovial»

Wiktionary

SYNOVIAL, adjective. Of, pertaining to, or producing synovia
SYNOVIAL CAPSULE, noun. A closed sac of synovial membrane situated between the articular surfaces at diarthrodial joints.
SYNOVIAL CAPSULES, noun. Plural of synovial capsule
SYNOVIAL FLUID, noun. A viscous, nonnewtonian fluid found in the cavities of synovial joints, and whose main purpose is to reduce friction between the articular cartilage of synovial joints during movement.
SYNOVIAL FLUIDS, noun. Plural of synovial fluid
SYNOVIAL MEMBRANE, noun. (anatomy) A thin membrane of joints, comprised of smooth connective tissue and which secretes synovial fluid.
SYNOVIAL MEMBRANES, noun. Plural of synovial membrane

Dictionary definition

SYNOVIAL, adjective. Relating to or secreting synovia.

Wise words

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