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scapular

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scapular
1. Anatomy of or relating to the scapula
2. part of the monastic habit worn by members of many Christian, esp Roman Catholic, religious orders, consisting of a piece of woollen cloth worn over the shoulders, and hanging down in front and behind to the ankles
3. two small rectangular pieces of woollen cloth joined by tapes passing over the shoulders and worn under secular clothes in token of affiliation to a religious order
4. any of the small feathers that are attached to the humerus of a bird and lie along the shoulder


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Visible substitution of scapular motion for glenohumeral motion was present during right shoulder abduction (Fig.
5%) had scapular winging, mild to moderate pain, and less than 90% of shoulder abduction.
Holy articles like the rosary, the miraculous medal, and the scapular remind us that she is our constant intercessor and invite us to prayer as well.
 
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