palpebra conjunctiva

Definitions of palpebra conjunctiva
  1. noun
    the part of the conjunctiva lining the posterior surface of the eyelids; continuous with the bulbar conjunctiva
    synonyms: conjunctival layer of eyelids, tunica conjunctiva palpebrarum
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    conjunctiva
    a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid
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