periosteum
the normal investment of bone, consisting of a dense, fibrous outer layer, to which muscles attach, and a more delicate, inner layer capable of forming bone.
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Origin of periosteum
1Other words from periosteum
- per·i·os·te·al, per·i·os·te·ous, adjective
- per·i·os·te·al·ly, adverb
- sub·per·i·os·te·al, adjective
- sub·per·i·os·te·al·ly, adverb
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How to use periosteum in a sentence
Make a corresponding incision through the periosteum and raise it with a blunt dissector.
The Elements of Bacteriological Technique | John William Henry EyreIt signifies, of course, that the periosteum and the bone have become invaded by the inflammatory process.
Diseases of the Horse's Foot | Harry Caulton ReeksIn connection with the deep layer of the periosteum, and forming part of it, are found numerous bone-forming cells (osteoblasts).
Diseases of the Horse's Foot | Harry Caulton ReeksIn the periosteum we may take it roughly that inflammation runs a course similar to that occurring in soft tissues elsewhere.
Diseases of the Horse's Foot | Harry Caulton ReeksAs we know, the periosteum consists of two layers, an outer fibrous and an inner yellow elastic, and is extremely vascular.
Diseases of the Horse's Foot | Harry Caulton Reeks
British Dictionary definitions for periosteum
/ (ˌpɛrɪˈɒstɪəm) /
a thick fibrous two-layered membrane covering the surface of bones
Origin of periosteum
1Derived forms of periosteum
- periosteal, adjective
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