scapular Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a feather covering the shoulder of a bird
  2. noun garment consisting of a long wide piece of woolen cloth worn over the shoulders with an opening for the head; part of a monastic habit
    scapulary.
  3. adjective relating to or near the shoulder blade

WordNet

Scap"u*lar adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. scapulaire. Cf. Scapulary.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to the scapula or the shoulder
Scap"u*lar noun
Definitions
  1. (Zoöl.) One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back.
Scap"u*lar, Scap"u*la*ry noun (Also<
  • Scapular
  • Scapulary
)
Etymology
F. scapulaire, LL. scapularium, scapulare, fr. L.scapula shoulder blade.
Definitions
  1. (R.C.Ch.) (a) A loose sleeveless vestment falling in front and behind, worn by certain religious orders and devout persons. (b) The name given to two pieces of cloth worn under the ordinary garb and over the shoulders as an act of devotion. Addis & Arnold.
  2. (Surg.) A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place.

Webster 1913