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/sʌɪˈnəʊ.vi.əl/ · adjective
(anatomy) 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..
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Synovial means (anatomy) 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..
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Use synovial where its definition matches the intended context.
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