a widely distributed connective tissue made up of a number of different types of cells; combines with adipose tissue to form the subcutaneous layer of the body.

relating to or like or divided into areolae; "areolar tissue"

(aw-REE-o-lar) A type of connective tissue with sparse protein fibers in the matrix (loose connective tissue).

Pertaining to, or like, an areola; filled with interstices or areolæ.

binds the skin to underlying muscles and forms a link between organs while allowing a high degree of relative movement