1. 1  one of a class of rural deities represented as men with the ears, horns, tail, and later also the hind legs of a goat. ( 2 in Roman legend) a rural deity represented as a man with a goat's ears, horns, tail, and hind legs.
Labral tears could be further classified as: 1  Anterior labral tears-the pain will generally be more consistent and is situated on the anterior hip (anterosuperior quadrant) or at the groin. 2  Posterior labral tears-are situated in the lateral region or deep in the posterior buttocks.
Labral Tear/Torn Labrum of the Hip. see also Hip Impingement. The labrum is a semilunar (crescent-shaped) cartilage structure that runs along the rim of the hip socket that provides an added cushion and stability to the hip joint. Labral tears can be caused by a sudden, specific injury or with repetitive motions that cause wear and tear. Patients have pain deep in the groin on the side of the involved hip. This may be accompanied by a clicking or locking sensation in the hip.