Definitions for: Scapular


[n] a feather covering the shoulder of a bird
[n] garment consisting of a long wide piece of woolen cloth worn over the shoulders with an opening for the head; part of a monastic habit
[adj] relating to or near the shoulder blade



Webster (1913) Definition: Scap"u*lar, a. [Cf. F. scapulaire. Cf. Scapulary.]
Of or pertaining to the scapula or the shoulder.

Scapular arch (Anat.), the pectoral arch. See under
pectoral.

Scapular region, or Scapular tract (Zo["o]l.), a definite
longitudinal area over the shoulder and along each side of
the back of a bird, from which the scapular feathers
arise.


Scap"u*lar, n. (Zo["o]l.)
One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of
the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back.


Scap"u*lar, Scapulary Scap"u*la*ry, n. [F.
scapulaire, LL. scapularium, scapulare, fr. L. scapula
shoulder blade.]
1. (R. C. Ch.)
(a) A loose sleeveless vestment falling in front and
behind, worn by certain religious orders and devout
persons.
(b) The name given to two pieces of cloth worn under the
ordinary garb and over the shoulders as an act of
devotion. --Addis & Arnold.

2. (Surg.) A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it,
or to retain another bandage in place.

Synonyms: scapulary

See Also: feather, garment, monastic habit, plumage, plume

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