synovial fluid
noun
: a transparent viscid lubricating fluid secreted by a membrane of an articulation, bursa, or tendon sheath
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In addition, the rhythmic motion of pedaling on a bicycle can move synovial fluid, the viscous, egg white -like liquid in joints that helps reduce friction and absorb shock.
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Allison Aubrey, NPR, 20 May 2024
Joints are wrapped in a capsule of connective tissue that secretes synovial fluid as a lubricant when the joints are moved.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 9 May 2024
The fluid, called synovial fluid, is full of oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide, which are gases.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 9 Feb. 2024
This habit results in the popping sound due to the bursting of gas bubbles in the synovial fluid within the joints.
—Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 11 Jan. 2024
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Allison Aubrey, NPR, 20 May 2024
Joints are wrapped in a capsule of connective tissue that secretes synovial fluid as a lubricant when the joints are moved.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 9 May 2024
The fluid, called synovial fluid, is full of oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide, which are gases.
—Dr. Roshini Raj, Health, 9 Feb. 2024
This habit results in the popping sound due to the bursting of gas bubbles in the synovial fluid within the joints.
—Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 11 Jan. 2024
See all Example Sentences for synovial fluid
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“Synovial fluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synovial%20fluid. Accessed 29 Sep. 2024.
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