Definition of Meninges

1. Noun. A membrane (one of 3) that envelops the brain and spinal cord.

Exact synonyms: Meninx
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer
Specialized synonyms: Leptomeninges, Dura, Dura Mater, Arachnoid, Arachnoid Membrane, Pia Mater
Terms within: Subarachnoid Space
Derivative terms: Meningeal

Definition of Meninges

1. n. pl. The three membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord; the pia mater, dura mater, and arachnoid membrane.

Definition of Meninges

1. Noun. (anatomy) The three membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord. ¹

2. Noun. (plural of meninx) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Meninges

1. meninx [n] - See also: meninx

Medical Definition of Meninges

1. The surrounding membranes the brain and spinal cord. There are three layers: the dura mater (outer), arachnoid membrane (middle) and the pia mater (inner layer). (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Meninges

meningeal branch of ophthalmic nerve
meningeal branch of spinal nerves
meningeal branch of vagus nerve
meningeal branches
meningeal carcinoma
meningeal carcinomatosis
meningeal hernia
meningeal layer of dura mater
meningeal leukaemia
meningeal neoplasms
meningeal neurosyphilis
meningeal plexus
meningeal veins
meningeocortical
meningeorrhaphy
meninges (current term)
meningioangiomatosis
meningioma
meningiomas
meningiomata
meningiomatosis
meningism
meningismus
meningitic
meningitic streak
meningitides
meningitis
meningo-
meningo-osteophlebitis
meningocele

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