epidermis

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

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Singular
epidermis

Plural
epidermises

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

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