Meaning arachnoid mater
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arachnoid matermiddle layer of the 3 membranes surrounding and protecting the brain. The space between the arachnoid and pia mater contains many blood vessels that supply the brain.
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arachnoid materthe middle of three membranous layers (meninges) that cover and protect the surface of the brain and spinal cord. The name is derived because the strands of tissue resemble spiders' webs. Also kn [..]
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arachnoid materA thin and rather insubstantial membrane covering of the brain and spinal cord lying between the dura mater and the pia mater.
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arachnoid materLike a cobweb, covered with or consisting of soft fibres or hairs so entangled as to give a cobwebby appearance. (09 Oct 1997)
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