Coracoscapular

/ˌkɔrəkoʊˈskæpjələr/ adjective

Definition

Relating to both the coracoid bone and the scapula (shoulder blade) and the structures connecting them.

Etymology

From Latin 'corax' (crow) + 'scapula' (shoulder blade) + '-ar' (relating to). The term describes anatomical connections named during the age of detailed human dissection.

Kelly Says

The coracoid and scapula are like two puzzle pieces in your shoulder that work together—and this word is just scientists saying 'the stuff between these two bones matters!'

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