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membrane

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/mɨ̃ˈbɾɐnɐ/mem·bra·na

Definition

1

A thin, flexible layer of tissue that covers, separates, or lines a structure.

Usage examples

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out.
A mucous membrane lines the digestive tract.

Synonyms

Common combinations

cell membranemucous membranesemipermeable membrane