DURA - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the outermost (and toughest) of the 3 meninges

Synonyms

Dura mater, Dura

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "dura" was borrowed from Arabic ذُرَة.

🧩 Fun Fact

Arabic mathematics and astronomy gave English words like 'algorithm', 'algebra', and 'zenith'.

🎵 Words that Rhyme with Dura