Synovial
/sʌɪˈnəʊ.vi.əl/ adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 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.; Of, relating to, or secreting synovial fluid. not-comparable
- 2 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.; Lined with synovial membrane. not-comparable
Adjective
- 1 relating to or secreting synovia wordnet
Example
More examples"Synovial fluid helps your knees move correctly."
Etymology
From synovia + -al, related to New Latin synoviālis.