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Scapular [Adjective] Webster's Dictionary 1828

Pertaining to the shoulder, or to the scapula; as the scapular arteries.

Scapular [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

1. In anatomy, the name of two pairs of arteries, and as many veins.

2. In ornithology, a feather which springs from the shoulder of the wing, and lies along the side of the back.

Scapular [Adjective] Webster's Dictionary 1913

Of or pertaining to the scapula or the shoulder.

Scapular [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back.

2. Alt. of Scapulary

Scapulary [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1828

A part of the habit of certain religious orders in the Romish church, consisting of two narrow slips of cloth worn over the gown, covering the back and breast, and extending to the feet. This is worn as a badge of peculiar veneration for the virgin Mary.

Scapulary [Adjective] Webster's Dictionary 1913

Same as Scapular, a.

Scapulary [Noun] Webster's Dictionary 1913

1. A loose sleeveless vestment falling in front and behind, worn by certain religious orders and devout persons.

2. The name given to two pieces of cloth worn under the ordinary garb and over the shoulders as an act of devotion.

3. A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place.

4. Same as 2d and 3d Scapular.