Meaning of the word pleura in English
What does pleura mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pleura
US /ˈplʊr.ə/
UK /ˈplʊə.rə/
Noun
each of a pair of serous membranes lining the thorax and enveloping the lungs in humans and other mammals.
Example:
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Inflammation of the pleura can cause sharp chest pain.
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The outer layer of the lung is covered by the visceral pleura.
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