MEMBRANE
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Membrane.
How to pronounce membrane:
US
Membrane - as a noun
A thin pliable sheet of material
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
flat solidsheet8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A pliable sheet of tissue that covers or lines or connects the organs or cells of animals or plants
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tissue layerHypernyms (Closely Related)
animal tissueHyponyms (Broadly Related)
trophoblast18chorioallantoic membranechorioallantois20web8
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Example Sentences
"The cell membrane is a semipermeable barrier that surrounds the cell."
"The eardrum is a thin membrane that vibrates when sound waves hit it."
"The baby was born with a small hole in its heart membrane."
"The frog's skin has a thin membrane that allows it to breathe through its skin."
"The virus can penetrate the host's cell membrane and enter the cell."
Word Game Points
Is MEMBRANE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, membrane is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MEMBRANE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is MEMBRANE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, membrane is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMEMBRANE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is MEMBRANE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, membrane is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMEMBRANE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
