Tapetum
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tapetum is a noun meaning (anatomy) A membranous layer of tissue.
Meaning
(anatomy) A membranous layer of tissue.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) The pigmentary layer of the retina.
- (botany) The cells on the outside of an archesporium.
Word Forms
- tapetums
- tapeta
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