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intima

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntɪmə/
Definition of intima

noun (plural intimae /-miː/)

Anatomy & Zoology
  • the innermost coating or membrane of a part or organ, especially of a vein or artery.

Derivatives

intimal

adjective

Origin:

late 19th century: shortening of modern Latin tunica intima 'innermost sheath'

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