intimal

/ɪnˈtɪməl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the innermost or inner layer of a blood vessel or other tubular structure

“The intimal layer of the artery was damaged during the surgery.”

2. noun

the innermost or inner layer of a blood vessel or other tubular structure

“The intimal layer of the aorta is composed of smooth muscle cells.”

Synonyms

  • intimal layer
  • tunica intima

Antonyms

  • external
  • outer