MEMBRANES
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Membranes.
Membranes - 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 nasal membranes help to moisten and filter the air we breathe."
"The kidney's filtration system relies on specialized membranes."
"The amniotic membranes surround and protect the developing fetus."
"The alveolar membranes in the lungs facilitate gas exchange."
"The thymus gland contains lymphatic membranes for immune cell development."
Word Game Points
Is MEMBRANES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, membranes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MEMBRANES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is MEMBRANES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, membranes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMEMBRANES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is MEMBRANES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, membranes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMEMBRANES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
