serous

see definition of serous

as inliquid
as inwatery
as influid

Synonyms for serous

adj fluid, flowing, melting

Antonyms for serous

liquid

adjective. fluid, flowing, melting

watery

adjective. liquid, diluted

Word Origin & History

early 15c., "watery," later "of or pertaining to serum" (16c.), from French séreux (16c.) and directly from Latin serosus, from serum "watery fluid, whey" (see serum). Related: Serosity.

Example Sentences for serous

The upper jaw is an independent outgrowth of the serous layer.

The cause of the serous collections is not so readily discovered.

Hemorrhages are found in the mucous, serous or muscular layers.

The stools are at first semisolid, and then are watery and serous.

When it produces a serous exudation, it should be frequently renewed.

The bladder, urethra, and serous surfaces are always exempt.

Nodules may also form under the serous covering of the intestines.

The internal coat is serous, and also similar to that of the arteries.

The exudation may, as in iritis, be serous, plastic or purulent.

It secretes a serous fluid which keeps the inner surfaces moist.

serous

Synonyms for serous

Antonyms for serous

More words related to serous

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