membrane
0 antonyms and opposites of membrane, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A thin, flexible layer of tissue that lines or separates parts of an organism.
How to use membrane
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin membrana ("skin covering a body part"), from membrum ("limb, body part").
Full origin of membrane →Frequently asked questions
What does “membrane” mean?
The word “membrane” means a thin, flexible layer of tissue that lines or separates parts of an organism. In plain terms, a thin, flexible layer that covers or separates something — used both biologically (cell membranes) and in building materials.
How do you pronounce “membrane”?
“Membrane” is pronounced MEHM-brayn (/ˈmɛm.bɹeɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “membrane” in a sentence?
Here is “membrane” used in a sentence: “The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell.”
What part of speech is “membrane”?
“Membrane” is a noun.
Where does the word “membrane” come from?
The word “membrane” comes from Latin. From Latin membrana ("skin covering a body part"), from membrum ("limb, body part").
Is “membrane” a common word?
“Membrane” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “membrane” have?
“Membrane” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a thin, flexible layer of tissue that lines or separates parts of an organism.
What is the difference between a membrane and tissue?
A membrane is specifically a thin, flexible layer that lines or separates parts of an organism, such as a cell membrane or mucous membrane. Tissue is a broader biological term for any group of similar cells performing a function together, and a membrane is just one particular form that tissue can take.
What is a waterproofing membrane in construction?
A waterproofing membrane is a thin flexible sheet used as a barrier to keep moisture out of a structure, commonly installed under roofing, flooring, or foundations. This is a non-biological use of the same word, applying the general idea of a thin protective sheet to building materials.
What is the difference between a membrane and a barrier?
Membrane specifically describes a thin, flexible sheet-like layer, while barrier is a more general term for anything that blocks or separates, thin or thick, flexible or rigid. Every membrane can act as a barrier, but not every barrier is a membrane.