noun, plural ep·i·car·di·a [ep-i-kahr-dee-uh] /ˌɛp ɪˈkɑr di ə/. Anatomy.
- the inner serous layer of the pericardium, lying directly upon the heart.
noun plural -dia (-dɪə)
- anatomy the innermost layer of the pericardium, in direct contact with the heart
n.
- The lower portion of the esophagus extending through the diaphragm to the stomach.
n. pl. ep•i•car•di•a (-dē-ə)
- The inner layer of the pericardium that is in contact with the surface of the heart.visceral layer