adj

subdural

suhb-DYOOR-ruhl

Subdural (adj) means Located beneath the tough outer membrane covering the brain, known as the dura mater. Example: “The scan revealed a subdural hematoma after the fall.”

adj

Located beneath the tough outer membrane covering the brain, known as the dura mater.

"The scan revealed a subdural hematoma after the fall."

How to use subdural

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA medical term for the space or bleeding just under the brain's outer covering.

Common pairings

subdural hematoma subdural hemorrhage

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Etymology

From sub- ("under") plus dural, relating to the dura mater, the brain's outer protective layer.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for subdural

rural mural plural neural natural cultural epidural guttural unnatural inaugural structural procedural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “subdural” mean?

The word “subdural” means located beneath the tough outer membrane covering the brain, known as the dura mater. In plain terms, a medical term for the space or bleeding just under the brain's outer covering.

How do you pronounce “subdural”?

“Subdural” is pronounced suhb-DYOOR-ruhl (/ˌsʌbˈd(j)ʊɹ.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “subdural” in a sentence?

Here is “subdural” used in a sentence: “The scan revealed a subdural hematoma after the fall.”

What part of speech is “subdural”?

“Subdural” is an adjective.

Where does the word “subdural” come from?

The word “subdural” comes from Latin. From sub- ("under") plus dural, relating to the dura mater, the brain's outer protective layer.