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scapula
This term is the precise anatomical designation for the shoulder blade. It is used primarily in medical, biological, and forensic contexts to describe the skeletal structure of the upper torso. In casual conversation, the term shoulder blade is far more common, while scapula is reserved for clinical reports or academic study.
Because it refers to a specific anatomical structure, it follows standard English countability rules for organs and bones. It is a countable noun, meaning it can be used in the singular or plural to refer to one or both sides of the body.
Meanings
Examples
The X-ray shows a hairline fracture in the right scapula.
Place your hand on your scapula so I can feel the movement.
The muscle attaches directly to the medial border of the scapula.
I can feel a sharp pain whenever my scapula shifts.
The athlete suffered a dislocation affecting the scapula and clavicle.
He wondered if the bruising on his scapula would fade quickly.
The scapula provides a crucial attachment point for the rotator cuff.
Does it hurt when I apply pressure to the lower edge of the scapula?
The ancient skeleton had a remarkably well preserved scapula.
The ancient skeleton had a remarkably well preserved scapula.