SYNOVIAL MEMBRANE
\sɪnˈə͡ʊvɪəl mˈɛmbɹe͡ɪn], \sɪnˈəʊvɪəl mˈɛmbɹeɪn], \s_ɪ_n_ˈəʊ_v_ɪ__ə_l m_ˈɛ_m_b_ɹ_eɪ_n]\
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a thin membrane in synovial (freely moving) joints that lines the point capsule and secretes synovial fluid
By Princeton University
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a thin membrane in synovial (freely moving) joints that lines the point capsule and secretes synovial fluid
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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The inner membrane of a joint capsule surrounding a freely movable joint. It is loosely attached to the external fibrous capsule and secretes SYNOVIAL FLUID.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
By William R. Warner
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The inner stratum of the articular capsule, a delicate connective tissue secreting a fluid for keeping joints moist.
By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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