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Definition of Pleural

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Pleural: Pertaining to the pleura, the thin covering that protects the lungs. The term "pleural" is pronounced like "plural" (but does not have plural meanings).

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