interscapular

[ in-ter-skap-yuh-ler ]

adjective

, Anatomy, Zoology.

1. between the scapulae or shoulder blades.

Word History and Origins

Origin of interscapular¹

First recorded in 1715–25; inter- + scapular ¹

Example Sentences

The scalp, face, and (less frequently) the sternal and interscapular regions of the trunk.

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It is commonly seen upon the sternal and interscapular regions.

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The Black-mantled variety has the back of the neck, the shoulders and interscapular region entirely black.

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