acromioscapular
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/əˌkroʊ.mi.oʊˈskæp.jə.lər/
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/əˌkrəʊ.mi.əʊˈskæp.jʊ.lə/
shoulder anatomy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acromioscapular' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'akron' meaning 'tip' and 'scapula' meaning 'shoulder blade'.
Historical Evolution
'akron' and 'scapula' combined in medical terminology to form 'acromioscapular', referring to the anatomical relationship between the acromion and the scapula.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the anatomical connection, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern medical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the acromion and the scapula.
The acromioscapular joint is crucial for shoulder movement.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/28 04:21