membrane
Translation
membrane
Examples
A cell membrane protects the cell.
A cell membrane protects the cell.
The waterproof jacket has a special membrane.
The waterproof jacket has a special membrane.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((membrane)) of (sth.) a thin layer covering (sth.) The membrane of the cell is very thin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: film, layer, skin, tissue
Etymology
From Latin 'membrana' meaning 'skin, parchment', which comes from 'membrum' meaning 'limb'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'member' of the body being covered by a 'membrane'.