Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

endosteum

noun

en-doh-stee-um

Definition

A thin layer of connective tissue that lines the inner surface of the medullary cavity in bones.

Examples

The endosteum is essential for the maintenance of healthy bone structure.
During bone healing, the endosteum helps facilitate the process by allowing new cells to form.

Meaning

The endosteum plays a critical role in bone growth, repair, and remodeling by containing bone-forming cells and assisting in the process of new bone tissue formation.