IPA: /ˈhaɪəˌlɔɪd/
KK: /haɪəˌlɔɪd/
Having a glassy or transparent appearance.
The hyaloid membrane is important for eye health due to its clear structure.
Comparative: more hyaloid
Superlative: most hyaloid
Hyaloid is formed from "hyalos" (meaning glass) and "-oid" (meaning resembling or like). The term describes something that resembles glass, particularly in its transparency or appearance.
Imagine something that looks like glass — 'hyalos' means glass, and '-oid' means resembling. This helps you remember that 'hyaloid' refers to something that resembles glass.