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epidermal

[ˌɛpɪˈdɜːrməl]
adjective
epidérmico
1. Relating to or affecting the epidermis, the outermost layer of skin
The epidermal layer protects the deeper tissues beneath.
A camada epidérmica protege os tecidos mais profundos abaixo.
2. In botany, relating to the outer layer of leaves or stems
Epidermal cells in plants help regulate water loss.
As células epidérmicas nas plantas ajudam a regular a perda de água.
Synonyms
dermalcutaneousskin-related
Antonyms
dermal (when referring to deeper layers)subcutaneous

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
epidérmico
Standard medical and scientific term
Portugal
epidérmico
Standard medical and scientific term, identical usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

epidermal layer
epidermal cells
epidermal barrier
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