consisting of, of the nature of, or resembling membrane. characterized by the formation of a membrane.

What does membranous mean?

1 : of, relating to, or resembling membrane. 2 : thin, pliable, and often somewhat transparent membranous leaves. 3 : characterized or accompanied by the formation of a usually abnormal membrane or membranous layer membranous croup.

What is the meaning of membranous layer?

The membranous layer or stratum membranosum is the deepest layer of subcutaneous tissue. It is a fusion of fibres into a homogeneous layer below the adipose tissue, for example, superficial to muscular fascias. It is considered a fascia by some sources, but not by others.