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bursal

 

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Adjective bursal has 1 sense
  1. bursal - relating to or affecting a bursa

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Bursal

Definition:

Bursal can be used as an adjective or a noun, referring to something related to or pertaining to a bursa. A bursa is a small fluid-filled sac found in various parts of the body, acting as cushions between bones, tendons, and muscles to reduce friction.

Adjective:

Sense 1:

Relating to or characteristic of a bursa.

Example sentence: The bursal inflammation resulted in a limited range of motion in his shoulder.

Sense 2:

Relating to or emanating from a bursa.

Example sentence: Bursal fluid was collected for analysis to determine the cause of the inflammation.

Noun:

Sense 1:

A sac filled with synovial fluid, acting as a cushion and reducing friction between tendons and bones.

Example sentence: The surgeon removed the bursal to alleviate the patient's pain from chronic bursitis.

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