subarachnoid spaces

A form of subarachnoid space — The space between the arachnoid mater and the pia mater that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, through which the cerebrospinal fluid circulates and major blood vessels pass, and across which extend delicate trabeculae of connective tissue.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of subarachnoid space
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