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areolar

areolar

9.9
Thin tissue with many small spaces that helps hold and support parts of the body
  • adjective
  • /ˌɛəriˈoʊlər/
  • Specialized
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  • In biology class, we studied the structure and function of areolar tissue, which is composed of small spaces.

Examples

  • The doctor explained that areolar tissue plays an important role in supporting organs.

  • In histology, areolar connective tissue is often studied.

  • In biology class, we studied the structure and function of areolar tissue.

  • Microscopes reveal the delicate, areolar pattern within certain connective tissues.

  • The areolar tissue plays a crucial role in supporting organs.

  • Microscopes reveal the delicate, areolar pattern within certain connective tissues that allow for flexibility.

  • The doctor explained that areolar tissue plays an important role in supporting and connecting vital organs.

Synonyms

areolate
vsareolar
  • Specialized
9.9

Having a surface divided into small separate areas like a net

is used mainly for tissue made of small divided spaces

Compounds

areolar tissue
  • Specialized
7.5

Loose soft layer under the skin that supports organs, cushions them, and connects skin to muscles

How Divided

areolar
  • Specialized
9.9
pitted
4.4
netted
4.4
smooth
256 1.0

Surface Forms

areolar positive

Morphology

areolar = areola (transparent) = areola + ar

Formed directly from the noun 'areola' with the standard adjectival suffix '-ar', yielding 'relating to or resembling an areola'.

Etymology

Areolar comes from the Latin word areola, a small form of area that means 'open space' or 'place'. So areolar describes tissue with many small spaces or 'tiny open rooms', which helps explain why it names tissue made of small areas that support organs.