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membranous

adjective mem·bra·nous \ˈmem-brə-nəs\

Definition of MEMBRANOUS

: of, relating to, or resembling membrane

: thin, pliable, and often somewhat transparent <membranous leaves>

: characterized or accompanied by the formation of a usually abnormal membrane or membranous layer <membranous croup>

— mem·bra·nous·ly adverb

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MEMBRANOUS Defined for Kids

adjective mem·bra·nous \ˈmem-brə-nəs\

: made of or like membrane <membranous body tissue>

Medical Dictionary

adjective mem·bra·nous \ˈmem-brə-nəs\

: of, relating to, or resembling membranes <a membranous lining>

: characterized or accompanied by the formation of a usually abnormal membrane or membranous layer <membranous croup>

—mem·bra·nous·ly adverb

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