epidermis

Noun

The outer layer of cells covering an organism, in particular.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek words 'epi' meaning 'over' or 'upon' and 'derma' meaning 'skin'.

مثال

• The epidermis is the body's largest organ.
• Sunburn damages the epidermis.
• The epidermis of plants protects them from water loss.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Outer epidermis Epidermis layer Epidermis cells