CONNECTIVE TISSUE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Connective Tissue.
Connective Tissue - as a noun
Tissue of mesodermal origin consisting of e.g. collagen fibroblasts and fatty cells; supports organs and fills spaces between them and forms tendons and ligaments
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
animal tissueHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The tendons in your body are made up of connective tissue."
"Cartilage is a type of connective tissue found in the joints."
"Injuries to connective tissue can take a long time to heal."
"Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue that stores fat."
"Blood is considered a type of connective tissue."
