Meninges: meaning, definitions and examples
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meninges
[ mɪˈnɪndʒiːz ]
protective membranes
The meninges are the three membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord, providing protection and nutrients to the central nervous system. They consist of the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The inflammation of the meninges is known as meningitis.
- Damage to the meninges can result in serious neurological complications.
Translations
Translations of the word "meninges" in other languages:
🇵🇹 meninges
🇮🇳 मस्तिष्कावरण
🇩🇪 Hirnhäute
🇮🇩 meninges
🇺🇦 менінге
🇵🇱 opony mózgowo-rdzeniowe
🇯🇵 髄膜 (ずいまく)
🇫🇷 méninges
🇪🇸 meninges
🇹🇷 meninksler
🇰🇷 수막
🇸🇦 سحايا
🇨🇿 mozkové pleny
🇸🇰 mozgové pleny
🇨🇳 脑膜 (nǎomó)
🇸🇮 možganske ovojnice
🇮🇸 heilahimnur
🇰🇿 минингалық қабықтар
🇬🇪 მენინგები
🇦🇿 meningealər
🇲🇽 meninges
Word origin
The word 'meninges' originated from the Greek word 'meninx', meaning membrane. The concept of meninges dates back to ancient times when physicians and anatomists began to study the protective layers surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Over the centuries, the understanding of meninges has evolved with advancements in medical science and technology.