Bursa
Pronunciation: /ˈbɝsə/
Bursa (noun)
- A small fluid-filled sac in the body that reduces friction between moving parts, such as between a tendon and bone.
- A sac near a joint that helps movement by acting as a cushion and lowering rubbing during motion.
- A small pocket or fold in clothing or equipment that holds or protects something, often made as part of a seam.
Examples
- The bursa holds body fluid to reduce friction.
- A bursa can protect tissues by storing fluid.