membranous

/mɛmˈbrænəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or resembling a membrane, especially one that is thin and flexible

“The membranous structures in the human body play a crucial role in various physiological processes.”

2. noun

a thin, flexible membrane

“The doctor examined the patient’s membranous eardrum.”

Synonyms

  • membraniferous
  • membranoid

Antonyms

  • cartilaginous
  • fibrous