Epidural

/ˌɛpɪˈdjʊrəl/ adjective

Relating to the space surrounding the membrane that covers the brain and spinal cord, or a type of anesthetic injection given in that area.

From Greek 'epi' (upon) + 'dura' (the tough outermost membrane of the brain and spinal cord), literally meaning 'upon the dura'; the term entered medical English in the 1800s.

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