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synovial fluid

noun [U]
 
 
/saɪˌnəʊ.vi.əlˈfluː.ɪd/ US  /-ˌnoʊ-/ specialized

Definition

a transparent, sticky liquid produced in our joints (= places where two bones are connected) that allows the bones and tendons to move smoothlySubstances and structures in the body
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