hyaline
/ˈhaɪəlɪn/
adjective
- Glass-like, transparent, or nearly transparent.
- The jellyfish had a hyaline body that was almost invisible in the water.
- The hyaline cartilage in the joints helps reduce friction.
- Under the microscope, the cells appeared hyaline and clear.
Synonyms
noun
- A transparent or glassy substance, especially in biology or medicine.
- Hyaline is often found in the walls of small arteries.
- The sample contained a layer of hyaline that was difficult to stain.
- The doctor explained that the hyaline was a sign of tissue change.