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scapulars

/ˈskæpjələrz/ /ˈskæpjələs/

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noun

Escapularios

A short cloak worn around the shoulders, adopted as part of the uniform of various religious orders, later often with an embroidered image of a saint.

Examples :

"During the monastery tour, we saw monks wearing brown scapulars over their robes, each embroidered with a small image of Saint Benedict. "

Durante la visita al monasterio, vimos a los monjes usando escapularios marrones sobre sus hábitos, cada uno bordado con una pequeña imagen de San Benito.

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noun

Escapulares

One of a special group of feathers which arise from each of the scapular regions and lie along the sides of the back.

Examples :

"The ornithologist carefully examined the duck's scapulars, noting their color and size to help identify the species. "

El ornitólogo examinó cuidadosamente las escapulares del pato, observando su color y tamaño para ayudar a identificar la especie.

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noun

Cabestrillo, vendaje escapular

A bandage passing over the shoulder to support it, or to retain another bandage in place.

Examples :

"After his shoulder surgery, the doctor instructed the patient to wear scapulars to keep his arm still and support the healing tissues. "

Después de su cirugía de hombro, el médico indicó al paciente que usara un cabestrillo para mantener su brazo quieto y apoyar los tejidos en curación.

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noun

Escapulario

Examples :

"The elderly woman always wore her brown scapulars beneath her dress, as a sign of her devotion to the Virgin Mary. "

La anciana siempre llevaba sus escapularios marrones debajo del vestido, como señal de su devoción a la Virgen María.

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