acromion

n., pl., -mi·a (mē-ə).
The outer end of the scapula to which the collarbone is attached.

[New Latin acrōmion, from Greek akrōmion : akros, extreme + ōmos, shoulder.]

acromial a·cro'mi·al adj.

(ə-krō'mē-ŏn', -ən)
n.

The outer end of the scapula, extending over the shoulder joint and forming the highest point of the shoulder, to which the collarbone is attached. Also called acromial process.

a·cro'mi·al adj.

The prominence at the distal end of the spine of the scapula.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: the outermost point of the spine of the shoulder blade

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