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tunica albuginea
nounfemininetechnicaltécnico/ɐlβuʒiˈnɛɐ/al·bu·gi·ne·a
Definition
1A fibrous, dense, whitish membrane or layer surrounding certain organs, such as the testis or the eye (sclera).
Usage examples
“Inflammation of the tunica albuginea of the testis can cause severe pain.”
“The white of the eye is formed by the sclera, also known as the albuginea.”