Definition

Relating to the serosa, which is a smooth membrane that lines certain cavities in the body and covers organs.

Example

The surgeon carefully examined the serosal layer during the operation.

Conversation

I just learned about the serosal layer in biology class.

Oh really? What does it do?

It helps protect organs by providing a smooth surface.

That sounds interesting! I never knew it had such an important role.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Serosal** → It is formed from "serosa" (from Latin *serosa*, meaning a membrane that secretes serum) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "serosal" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of the serosa, which is a type of tissue membrane.

Memory Tip

Think of the term 'serosa' which refers to a membrane that secretes fluid, and remember that 'serosal' means pertaining to that membrane.

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