Meaning of the word arachnoid in English
What does arachnoid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
arachnoid
US /əˈræk.nɔɪd/
UK /əˈræk.nɔɪd/
Adjective
resembling a spider or a spider's web
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The delicate arachnoid membrane covers the brain.
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Some fungi have an arachnoid mycelium.
Noun
the middle of the three membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord
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The cerebrospinal fluid circulates in the subarachnoid space.
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Inflammation of the arachnoid can lead to various neurological symptoms.