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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Scapular \Scap"u*lar\, Scapulary \Scap"u*la*ry\, n. [F.
scapulaire, LL. scapularium, scapulare, fr. L. scapula
shoulder blade.]
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.
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2. (Surg.) A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it,
or to retain another bandage in place.
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