1. of, relating to, or resembling a membrane
Usage: technical; chiefly used in biology and anatomy

Examples

• The membranal structure of the cell allows selective transport of nutrients.
• Membranal proteins play a crucial role in cell signaling.
• The tissue exhibited membranal characteristics under microscopic examination.
• Membranal inflammation can affect organ function.
• The disease damages the membranal lining of the respiratory tract.