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Epithelial Tissue (Noun)

Meaning

Membranous tissue covering internal organs and other internal surfaces of the body.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The lining of the respiratory tract is composed of epithelial tissue that helps to filter dust and pathogens from the air we breathe.
  • Epithelial tissue covers the internal organs and glands of the body, including the stomach and intestines.
  • The skin is the body's outermost layer of epithelial tissue that protects the internal organs from injury and infection.
  • The eyes and other parts of the body are kept moist by a layer of epithelial tissue that produces mucus and tears.
  • Epithelial tissue lines the walls and ducts of the mammary glands and helps in the production of milk in lactating women.

Synonyms

  • Epithelium

Hypernyms

  • Animal Tissue

Hyponyms

  • Neuroepithelium
  • Decidua
  • Endothelium
  • Mesothelium
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