scap·u·lar /-lɚ/
 (a.)肩胛骨的;肩的;肩衣


 scap·u·lar /ˈskæpjəlɚ/ 形容詞
 肩胛(骨)的,肩板的,肩胛骨的


 Scap·u·lar a.  Of or pertaining to the scapula or the shoulder.
 Scapular arch Anat., the pectoral arch. See under pectoral.
 Scapular region, or Scapular tract Zool., 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. Zool. One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back.

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 Scap·u·lar Scap·u·la·ry n.
 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.
 2. Surg. A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place.


 scapular
      adj : relating to or near the shoulder blade
      n 1: a feather covering the shoulder of a bird
      2: 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 [syn: scapulary]