Body - The Skin
Here you will learn some English words related to the skin, such as "epidermis", "foreskin", and "cuticle".
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(anatomy) the outer layer of the skin that overlays the dermis
the layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue
a layer of the epidermis (outermost layer of the skin) composed of keratinocytes that play a role in the skin's barrier function and provide structural support to the skin
a layer of the epidermis characterized by granular cells that produce keratin
the outermost layer of the skin consisting of dead cells forming a protective barrier
the top layer of the skin's second layer (dermis) and contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue, contributing to the skin's structure and sensitivity to touch
the bottom layer of the skin's dermis that gives the skin strength, elasticity, and contains structures like sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels
a small tubular structure that carries sweat from the sweat glands to the skin's surface
a type of skin cell that produces the protein keratin, which is an important component of the epidermis (outermost layer of the skin)
a skin cell responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that determines skin, hair, and eye color
a type of immune cell found in the skin's epidermis that plays a role in defending against foreign substances and pathogens, helping to regulate the immune response in the skin
a specialized cell found in the skin's epidermis that is involved in the perception of touch and pressure, serving as sensory receptors
the layer of fat beneath the skin that provides insulation, cushioning, and energy storage in the body
a protective fold of skin that covers the glans of the penis in males or the clitoral hood in females
