Mucosa (Noun)

Meaning

Mucus-secreting membrane lining all body cavities or passages that communicate with the exterior.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Synonyms

• Mucous Membrane

Hypernyms

• Membrane

Hyponyms

• Conjunctiva
• Hymen
• Endometrium
• Virginal Membrane

Related Words

• Mucosal (adjective)