epidermis

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Derived terms 1.2.3 See also 1.2.4 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

From epi- (Ancient Greek ἐπί, on top of) + dermis (< δέρμα(derma), skin)

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epidermis (plural epidermises)

1. The outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates, covering the dermis
2. The similar outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants

[edit] Synonyms

• cuticle

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• epidermal
• epidermic
• epidermoid

[edit] See also

• epithelium

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