membranous
Meaning
- Having the qualities of, or pertaining to, a membrane.
- Accompanying the formation of a usually abnormal membrane or membranous layer.
- Thin, pliable, and often transparent.
Synonyms
membrane-forming
Translations
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈmɛm.bɹən.əs/
Etymology
From Middle French membraneux; equivalent to membrane + -ous.
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