epidermis
Pronunciation:
/ˌɛ.pɪ.ˈdɜː.mɪs//ˌɛ.pə.ˈdɝ.məs/noun
Definitions
The outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates, covering the dermis
The similar outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants
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/ˌɛ.pɪ.ˈdɜː.mɪs//ˌɛ.pə.ˈdɝ.məs/Definitions
The outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates, covering the dermis
The similar outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants