epidermis

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌɛ.pɪ.ˈdɜː.mɪs/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌɛ.pə.ˈdɝ.məs/

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Noun

Singular epidermis

Plural epidermises or epidermides

1. The epidermis is the outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates.
2. The epidermis is the outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants.