Definition of Periosteum

1. Noun. A dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone.

Terms within: Cambium
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer

Definition of Periosteum

1. n. The membrane of fibrous connective tissue which closely invests all bones except at the articular surfaces.

Definition of Periosteum

1. Noun. A membrane surrounding a bone. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Periosteum

1. [n -EA]

Medical Definition of Periosteum

1. The membrane of fibrous connective tissue which closely invests all bones except at the articular surfaces. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Round the bones; around + a bone: cf. L. Periosteon. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Periosteum

periosteal reflex
periosteal sarcoma
periosteally
periosteitis
periosteo-
periosteoma
periosteomedullitis
periosteomyelitis
periosteopathy
periosteophyte
periosteoplastic amputation
periosteosis
periosteotome
periosteotomy
periosteous
periosteum
periosteum cranii
periosteums
periostin
periostitis
periostitises
periostoma
periostosis
periostosteitis
periostotome
periostotomy
periostraca
periostracal
periostracum
periosts

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