Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pia
Noun
/ˈpiːə/
Definition
Pia refers to a type of soft tissue layer that covers the brain and spinal cord.
Examples
- The pia mater is one of the three layers of meninges surrounding the brain.
- After the injury, doctors examined the pia to ensure it was intact.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘pia’ may relate to the protective functions of soft membranes in the body.
Synonyms
- Pia mater
- Soft membrane