sarcolemnous

9.9

Of or relating to the thin layer around a muscle cell

adjective
/sɑrˈkoʊlɛm.nəs/

Specialized

: sarcolema

The sarcolemnous membrane surrounds each muscle fiber, helping to transmit electrical signals.

Examples

The sarcolemnous membrane plays a crucial role in muscle contraction.
The sarcolemnous structure plays a crucial role in muscle contraction.
Damage to the sarcolemnous layer can affect muscle function.
Researchers examined changes in sarcolemnous tissues under the microscope.
The sarcolemnous membrane is vital.
Researchers discovered that the sarcolemnous layer is essential for muscle cell health.
Injuries to the sarcolemnous tissue may lead to impaired muscle movement and strength.

Synonyms

sarcolemmal

vssarcolemnous

Specialized

1 9.9

Relating to the thin outer layer around a muscle cell

is the same meaning but uses a different adjective ending

sarcolemmic

vssarcolemnous

Specialized

9.9

Relating to the thin outer layer that surrounds a muscle cell

is the same meaning but shows an alternate adjectival form

Surface Forms

sarcolemnous positive

Morphology

sarcolemnous = sarcolemma (transparent) = sarcolemma + ous

Formed regularly by adding the adjective-forming suffix '-ous' to the technical noun 'sarcolemma', so the relation is direct for learners who know the base.

Etymology

Sarcolemnous comes from the parts sarco- ('flesh' or 'muscle') and -lemma ('skin' or 'covering'), so it means the thin membrane that wraps a muscle fiber, like a small sleeve around the muscle.