Duramatral

/ˌdjʊərəˈmeɪtrəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or affecting the dura mater, the protective membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Etymology

From 'dura mater' (Latin: hard mother) plus adjectival suffix '-al.' A medical term for conditions or procedures involving this membrane.

Kelly Says

Medical terminology can sound intimidating, but 'duramatral' just means 'involving the hard protective layer'—doctors add '-al' to make anatomical nouns into adjectives!

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