Epidermis

Origin

From Latin epidermis, from Ancient Greek ἐπιδερμίς (ἐπί, on top of) + dermis (< δέρμα(derma), skin)

Full definition of epidermis

Noun

1. The outer, protective layer of the skin of vertebrates, covering the dermis
2. The similar outer layer of cells in invertebrates and plants

Synonyms

• cuticle

Derived terms

• epidermal
• epidermic
• epidermoid