epineurial

/ɛpɪˈnʊərɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the epineurium, a connective tissue sheath surrounding peripheral nerves

“The epineurial sheath protects the nerve from external damage.”

2. noun

a part of the epineurium, specifically a sheath or layer of connective tissue surrounding a peripheral nerve

“The surgeon carefully dissected the epineurial sheath to repair the damaged nerve.”

Synonyms

  • nerve sheath
  • neurilemma

Antonyms

  • endoneurial