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Tissue A soft, absorbent material used for cleaning or wiping away dirt, sweat, etc. from the surface of an object or a person's face. ■ "I accidentally spilled coffee on my shirt and had to use tissue to clean it up before going to work."
boobs Two large, soft, and usually rounded masses of fatty tissue that develop in the female breast region. ■ "I need to buy a new bra because my boobs are spilling out of it!
cartilage A soft, flexible tissue that forms the framework for many parts of the body, such as joints and the ears. ■ I'm sorry I can't hear you. My cartilage is too floppy to form a good ear canal.
ligament A long, thin strip of tough tissue that connects bones or other structures and provides support and stability. ■ After injuring her ligament during a dance class, Sarah was forced to wear a cumbersome knee brace for weeks.
meats noun: a type of food that is derived from animals, typically consisting of muscle tissue and fat. ■ "I love trying new types of meats, but I can't stand when they are overcooked. Yuck!"
membranes Thin, pliable sheets of tissue that line cavities or separate organs in the body. ■ John's skin is covered in membranes that help him stay hydrated on long runs.
Nerve A thin, delicate thread of tissue that transmits impulses between the brain and the rest of the body. ■ I'm so nervous about this test, I feel like my nerves are on edge.
Tendon A sinewy muscle or band of tissue, often associated with the upper arm and back. ■ "I need to work on my biceps tendon if I want to lift heavier weights."
Toss A light and playful throw, often used to express disbelief or annoyance. ■ "I can't believe you just tossed me a paper towel instead of a tissue. That's ridiculous!
adenoids A collection of soft, glandular tissue located in the back of the throat. These glands produce mucus which helps to filter out harmful bacteria and viruses from the air we breathe. ■ "I'm sorry, I have really bad adenoids right now. It's like someone is constantly blowing their nose in my face."
biopsy A humorous term for a medical procedure in which a small sample of tissue is removed from the body, typically to diagnose or treat a disease. ■ "I told my doctor that I wanted to have a biopsy on my sense of humor. He said he'd need to do a more thorough examination first.
Boob A large, spherical mass of mammary tissue that is found on the chest of females and some males. They are commonly used as a source of nourishment for infants. ■ Jane's boobs were so big that they almost took up her entire shirt!
epidural A medical term referring to the thin layer of tissue that covers the spinal cord and protects it from being squished. ■ "I had an epidural, but I couldn't feel anything because the doctor must have been very gentle with the needle."
Hernias A painful bulge in the intestines or buttocks caused by a tear in the surrounding muscle or tissue. ■ When John's hernia finally ruptured, he had to undergo emergency surgery. But on the bright side, at least he got rid of that annoying bulge in his pants.
incision A deep, sharp cut made in the skin or other tissue to remove a piece of foreign material, such as an appendix or splinter. ■ "When I accidentally stepped on a nail while hiking, I had to make an incision in my foot to remove it. It was quite painful, but now I have a cool scar to show off!
laceration A very serious cut or wound that is so deep it causes bleeding and tissue damage. It's like a slice of pizza gone wrong. ■ "I accidentally cut myself on the razor blade while shaving, resulting in a nasty laceration on my wrist."
Necrosis The death of living tissue, caused by a lack of oxygen and blood flow. ■ "I accidentally cut off circulation to my leg and now it's in a state of necrosis. I guess you could say my leg is 'dead on arrival'.
Retina A thin layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eye, containing photoreceptor cells that convert light into electrical signals which are transmitted to the brain. ■ "I had a bad case of dry eye last night, it felt like my retina was being burnt!
Steroid A chemical compound that is used to stimulate the growth of muscle tissue in athletes, but has also been linked to performance-enhancing drug use. ■ "I don't need steroids, I just have to eat more chicken and lift heavier weights."