Glenoidal

/ɡliːˈnɔɪ.dəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or having the characteristics of a glenoid, particularly the socket-shaped cavity of the shoulder joint.

Etymology

From 'glenoid' plus the suffix '-al' (relating to). This adjectival form adds a common English suffix to make 'glenoid' into an adjective form describing something pertaining to the glenoid cavity.

Kelly Says

Glenoidal labrum—that's the ring of tissue around the shoulder socket that acts like a gasket—is what doctors look for when athletes complain about shoulder instability!

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