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conjunctiva

 

[ kษ™nหˆdส’สŒล‹ktษชvษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy eye

The conjunctiva is a thin, transparent membrane that covers the front part of the eye and lines the inner eyelids. It plays a crucial role in protecting the eye from environmental hazards such as dust, microorganisms, and potential injuries. The conjunctiva also helps to keep the eye moist by producing mucus and tears. Inflammation of the conjunctiva is known as conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as pink eye.

Synonyms

bulbar conjunctiva, eye membrane, ocular membrane

Examples of usage

  • She applied eye drops to alleviate dryness in her conjunctiva.
  • Conjunctivitis can be caused by allergies or infections.
  • The conjunctiva is vital for maintaining eye health.
  • He noticed redness in his conjunctiva during the allergy season.

Translations

Translations of the word "conjunctiva" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น conjuntiva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคฏเฅเค•เฅเคคเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bindehaut

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ konjungtiva

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะฝ'ัŽะฝะบั‚ะธะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spojรณwka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ต่†œ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท conjonctive

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ conjuntiva

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท konjunktiva

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฐ๋ง‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู„ุชุญู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ spojivka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ spojivka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป“่†œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ veznica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ slรญmhรบรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะพะฝัŠัŽะฝะบั‚ะธะฒะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ˜แƒ แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒฌแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ birlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ conjuntiva

Etymology

The term 'conjunctiva' originates from the Latin word 'conjunctivus', which means 'joined together'. The word itself is derived from the verb 'conjungere', meaning 'to join together', reflecting how the conjunctiva connects the surface of the eye to the eyelids. Over centuries, the study of the eye and its structures has evolved, with early anatomy recognized in ancient civilizations. Greek and Roman physicians identified various components of the eye, but it wasn't until the Renaissance that a more systematic approach to ocular anatomy emerged. The conjunctiva was further studied and defined in detail, contributing to the understanding of eye health and diseases. Today, knowledge about the conjunctiva is fundamental in ophthalmology and optometry as it is integral to both vision and eye health.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,617, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.