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labrum

/ˈlæbrəm/ noun · British & US
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What does labrum mean?

noun

The labrum is a cartilaginous structure in the shoulder joint that helps to deepen the socket and provide stability. It is a ring of fibrocartilage that surrounds the head of the humerus.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's labrum after the injury to the shoulder joint."

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