Vocabulary Entry

mucosa

|noun

noun

A mucus-secreting membrane that lines various cavities in the body and covers the surface of internal organs.

Example Sentences

"The doctor explained that the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract plays a crucial role in digestion."

"Infections can occur when the mucosa is compromised, allowing bacteria to enter the bloodstream."

"The nasal mucosa is responsible for warming and humidifying the air we breathe."