epidermis
/ˌɛpɪˈdɜrmɪs/
noun
- The outermost layer of skin in humans and animals.
- The epidermis is the part of your skin you can see and touch.
- When you get a blister, the top layer of the epidermis lifts up.
- The epidermis contains no blood vessels, so it relies on the layer below for nutrients.
- The outer protective layer of a plant, such as on leaves or stems.
- Some plants have a waxy coating on their epidermis for extra protection.
- The epidermis of a cactus is thick to store water.
- The epidermis of a leaf helps prevent water loss.
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