ARACHNOID
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Arachnoid.
Arachnoid - as an adjective
Relating to or resembling a member of the class arachnida
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arachnidianspiderlike17spiderlyspidery13Arachnoid - as a noun
Air-breathing arthropods characterized by simple eyes and four pairs of legs
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arachnid14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arthropod15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The arachnoid is the second layer of the meninges surrounding the brain and spinal cord."
"The arachnoid membrane is a thin, delicate membrane that forms a barrier between the cerebrospinal fluid and the blood vessels."
"An arachnoid cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops on the arachnoid membrane."
"The arachnoid granulations are small projections that allow the cerebrospinal fluid to be reabsorbed into the bloodstream."
"The arachnoid mater helps to protect the central nervous system."
Word Game Points
Is ARACHNOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, arachnoid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ARACHNOID has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is ARACHNOID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arachnoid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordARACHNOID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is ARACHNOID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arachnoid is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordARACHNOID has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
