Peritoneum
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌpɛ.ɹɪ.təˈniː.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peritoneum is a noun meaning (anatomy) In mammals, the serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and that is folded over the viscera.
Meaning
(anatomy) In mammals, the serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and that is folded over the viscera.
More Meanings
- (zoology) In animals, the membrane lining the coelom cavity.
Word Forms
- peritoneums
- peritonea
- peritonaeum
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include silvery, peritonaeum, serosa, mesothelium, pleuroperitoneum, abdomen.
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