Conjunctiva (Noun)

Meaning

A transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

• The conjunctiva is a delicate membrane that helps protect the eyes from dust and other foreign particles.
• Redness and inflammation of the conjunctiva can be a symptom of conjunctivitis, a common eye infection.
• The doctor gently lifted the eyelid to inspect the conjunctiva and check for any signs of irritation.
• Dry conjunctiva can cause discomfort and lead to eye fatigue, especially for people who work long hours on computers.
• After the eye injury, the patient experienced increased sensitivity and swelling of the conjunctiva.

Hypernyms

• Mucosa

Hyponyms

• Tunica Conjunctiva Bulbi
• Conjunctival Layer Of Bulb
• Conjunctival Layer Of Eyelids
• Tunica Conjunctiva Palpebrarum

Related Words

• Conjunctival (adjective)