Meaning Of The Word Periosteum

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What's The Definition Of Periosteum?

periosteum in American English
the membrane of tough, fibrous connective tissue covering all bones except at the joints
noun: the normal investment of bone, consisting of a dense, fibrous outer layer, to which muscles attach, and a more delicate, inner layer capable of forming bone

periosteum in British English
noun: a thick fibrous two-layered membrane covering the surface of bones

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