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    Pleura (en. Cried)

    /plœʁa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Serous membrane that covers the lungs and lines the thoracic cavity.
    The pleura plays an important role in respiration.
    La pleura joue un rôle important dans la respiration.
    Set of membranes surrounding the lung.
    The visceral pleura is in direct contact with lung tissue.
    La pleura viscérale est en contact direct avec le tissu pulmonaire.
    Space between the two layers of the pleura, which can fill with fluid in case of pathology.
    A pleural effusion occurred, requiring medical intervention.
    Un épanchement pleural s'est produit, nécessitant une intervention médicale.

    Etymology

    From Greek 'pleura', meaning 'layer' or 'membrane'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pleurisy
    Inflammation of the pleura.
    pleurésie
    pleural effusion
    Accumulation of fluid between the layers of the pleura.
    épanchement pleural
    pleural symptoms
    Clinical signs related to the pleura.
    symptômes pleuraux

    Related Words

    lung
    Main organ of respiration.
    poumon
    thorax
    Upper part of the trunk, containing the lungs and heart.
    thorax
    serous
    Related to membranes that secrete a lubricating fluid.
    séreux

    Slang Meanings

    Informal use of the term in medical discussions.
    He mentioned the pleura when discussing his pneumonia.
    Il a mentionné la pleura en parlant de sa pneumonie.
    Casual term in conversations about health.
    People often joke about the pleura when talking about breathing easily.
    On plaisante souvent sur la pleura quand on parle de respirer facilement.