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membrane

Pronunciation: [mɛmˌbreɪn]

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Learn how to use membrane in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) a thin layer that surrounds or covers something. In living things, membranes protect cells and help control what goes in and out of them.

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The cell membrane keeps all the important stuff inside the cell safe.

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Without a membrane, the cell would lose all its important parts.

Example

What functions does the cell membrane perform?

Context: “material science”

(noun) a layer made of material that separates two areas and can control what passes through. It can be used in things like filters or barriers.

Example

The new filter uses a special membrane to keep dirt out of the water.

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This barrier has holes, so it does not work like a proper membrane.

Example

How does the membrane in this filter work?

Context: “anatomy”

(noun) a covering that can be found inside the body, like around organs. It helps protect and support those organs.

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The membranes around the organs help keep everything in place.

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If the membrane around the heart gets damaged, it can cause serious problems.

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How many membranes are there around the organs in the body?

How to pronounce membrane

Pronunciation: [mɛmˌbreɪn]

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