Definition of "bursae" [bursae]

• Plural form of bursa. (noun)

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• "My favorite phrase is "pillowing bursae" but there's lots of splendid bits of languages and a good spooky story with something to say about the Human Condition underneath it all."
• "DESCRIPTION: Bursitis is inflammation of the bursae, which are small sacs that contain a lubricating fluid."
• "Wounds involving tendons, bursae and closed articulations become swollen and discharge synovia."