pial
[ pahy-uhl, pee- ]
adjective
of or relating to the pia mater.
Origin of pial
1First recorded in 1885–90; pi(a mater) + -al1
Other words from pial
- sub·pi·al, adjective
Words Nearby pial
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How to use pial in a sentence
Many of them have attended pial schools, and can read and write to some extent.
Castes and Tribes of Southern India | Edgar ThurstonIn the pial (platform at the entrance) a hole is made to pen fowls in.
Castes and Tribes of Southern India | Edgar ThurstonThe hut is burnt down, and for three days she occupies a corner of the pial of her home.
Castes and Tribes of Southern India | Edgar ThurstonThe pial, or raised platform, is the lounging place by day, where visitors are received.
Castes and Tribes of Southern India | Edgar Thurston
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