Integument

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ɪnˈtɛɡ.jÊŠ.mÉ™nt/

Origin

From Latin integumentum ("a covering").

Full definition of integument

Noun

1. (biology) An outer protective covering such as the feathers or skin of an animal, a rind or shell.
2. (botany) The outer layer of an ovule, which develops into the seed coat.

Derived terms

• integumentary