epidermal

adjective

epi·​der·​mal ˌe-pə-ˈdər-məl How to pronounce epidermal (audio)
variants or less commonly epidermic
: of, relating to, or arising from the epidermis

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These subtypes are based on different hormones, as well as a protein called human epidermal growth receptor 2 (HER2). Elizabeth Yuko, Health, 30 Nov. 2024 While slathering your favorite moisturizer will assist in skin healing, Rieder likes the epidermal barrier repairing properties Skin Better Trio Luxe Moisture Treatment ($175), Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar ($236), and Avene Cicalfate ($28). Kate Donnelly, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024 However, powerful doesn't necessarily mean irritating: Research shows that retinol can be tolerated well by people, and can even increase epidermal thickness. Deanna Pai, Allure, 21 July 2024 This leads to a buildup of epidermal debris that can form long, hair-like structures on the tongue. Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 7 July 2023 See all Example Sentences for epidermal 

Word History

First Known Use

1816, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of epidermal was in 1816

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“Epidermal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epidermal. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

epidermal

adjective
epi·​der·​mal ˌep-ə-ˈdər-məl How to pronounce epidermal (audio)
: of, relating to, or arising from the epidermis
epidermal tissues

Medical Definition

epidermal

adjective
epi·​der·​mal ˌep-ə-ˈdər-məl How to pronounce epidermal (audio)
: of, relating to, or arising from the epidermis

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