What is another word for leptomeninges?
Pronunciation: [lˈɛptə͡ʊmˌɛnɪnd͡ʒɪz] (IPA) 
Leptomeninges is a medical term that refers to the thin membrane layers that cover the brain and spinal cord. There are several synonyms for this term, including the meninges, which are the protective membranes that surround the central nervous system. Other synonyms include pia mater, arachnoid mater, and dura mater. Pia mater is the innermost layer of the meninges that covers the brain and spinal cord, while arachnoid mater is the middle layer that contains cerebrospinal fluid. Dura mater is the outermost layer of the meninges that is tough and fibrous, providing a protective barrier for the brain and spinal cord.
