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Noun: periosteum (periostea)  ,pe-ree'ós-tee-um
  1. A dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone

Derived forms: periostea

Type of: membrane, tissue layer

Encyclopedia: Periosteum

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