About The Word Periosteum
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Periosteum
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What's The Definition Of Periosteum?
[n] a dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone
Synonyms | Synonyms for Periosteum: Related Terms | Find terms related to Periosteum: See Also | cambium | membrane | tissue layer Periosteum In Webster's Dictionary \Per`i*os"te*um\, n. [NL., fr. Gr. ? round the bones;
? around + ? a bone: cf. L. periosteon.] (Anat.)
The membrane of fibrous connective tissue which closely
invests all bones except at the articular surfaces.
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