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capsular

American  
[kap-suh-ler, -syoo-] / ˈkæp sə lər, -sjʊ- /

adjective

  1. of, in, or like a capsule.


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Etymology

Origin of capsular

From the New Latin word capsulāris, dating back to 1670–80. See capsule, -ar 1

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Hendricks is recovering from a capsular tear in his shoulder.

From Seattle Times Aug. 22, 2022

But another MRI after the start against the Brewers showed a capsular tear.

From Seattle Times Aug. 22, 2022

If the timing is right for a capsular release, the procedure can be highly effective, experts said.

From Washington Post Oct. 7, 2021

Walker wasn’t certain what caused the capsular strain a year ago, but the shoulder is now pain-free.

From Seattle Times Feb. 13, 2020

After divesting the joints of the skin, the satin-like bands, or ligaments, will be seen passing from one bone to the other, under which may be observed the membranous bag, called the capsular ligament.

From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Cutter, Calvin

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