Associations to the word «Conjunctiva»

Wiktionary

CONJUNCTIVA, noun. (anatomy) A clear mucous membrane that lines the inner surface of the eyelid and the exposed surface of the eyeball or sclera.

Dictionary definition

CONJUNCTIVA, noun. A transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid.

Wise words

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