(anatomy) Of, relating to, or secreting synovial fluid. / (anatomy) Lined with synovial membrane.

(anatomy) A thin membrane that lines the ligamentous surfaces of joint capsules, tendon sheaths where free movement is necessary, and bursae; it is composed of dense connective tissue and secretes synovial fluid.

plural of synovial membrane

plural of synovial fluid

(anatomy) A transparent, viscous, non-Newtonian lubricating fluid which is found in the cavities of synovial joints or bursae and secreted by the synovial membrane; its main purpose is to reduce friction between the articular cartilage of synovial joints during movement.

plural of synovial capsule

A closed sac of synovial membrane situated between the articular surfaces at diarthrodial joints.