Vocabulary Entry

dural

|noun • adjective

noun

A fibrous membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord.

Example Sentences

"The doctor explained that the dural layer protects the nervous system."

"An injury to the head can affect the dural tissue surrounding the brain."

"During the surgery, the surgeon carefully handled the dural membrane."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The dural fold helps to partition the brain's hemispheres."

"Next, we will study the dural venous sinuses."

"The dural attachment provides support to the brain structure."