synovial capsule

noun

A closed cavity of synovial membrane situated between the articular surfaces at diarthrodial (free-moving) joints.

Meanings

nounsynovial capsule (plural synovial capsules)

plural synovial capsules

  1. A closed cavity of synovial membrane situated between the articular surfaces at diarthrodial (free-moving) joints.
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