propria
/ˈproʊpriə/
noun
- The layer of connective tissue beneath the surface layer of a mucous membrane, such as in the mouth or intestines.
- Inflammation of the propria can cause pain and swelling in the digestive tract.
- The lamina propria contains blood vessels and nerves that support the lining of the gut.
- The dentist examined the propria of the patient's gums for signs of infection.