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1. (n.) serous membrane
any of various thin membranes, as the peritoneum, that line certain cavities of the body and exude a serous fluid.
Etymology: (1865–70)
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1. (noun) serous membrane, serosa
a thin membrane lining the closed cavities of the body; has two layers with a space between that is filled with serous fluid
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1. serous membrane
A thin lining of closed cavities of the body, consisting of a single layer of squamous epithelial cells (MESOTHELIUM) resting on a thin layer of CONNECTIVE TISSUE, and covered with secreted clear fluid from blood and lymph vessels. Major serous membranes in the body include PERICARDIUM; PERITONEUM; and PLEURA.
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