epidermic

/,epi'də:məl/ Cách viết khác : (epidermic) /,epi'də:mik/

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Word: Epidermic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition:

"Epidermic" refers to something that is related to the epidermis, which is the outer layer of skin in humans and animals. This layer acts as a protective barrier.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "epidermic" when talking about skin, particularly in scientific or medical contexts. It’s a more technical word, so it might not come up in everyday conversation.

Example:

• "The doctor explained that the epidermic layer of the skin helps protect against infections."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "epidermic" can be used to describe phenomena related to surface layers, not just skin. For example, in botany, it might refer to the outer layers of leaves or plants.

Word Variants:

• Epidermis (noun): The outer layer of skin.
• Epidermal (adjective): Also relating to the epidermis, often used interchangeably with "epidermic" but can also refer to structures or conditions pertaining to the epidermis.

Different Meanings:

While "epidermic" primarily relates to skin, it can sometimes be used metaphorically to describe things that are superficial or surface-level, such as issues that do not go deep into a subject.

Synonyms:

• Epidermal
• Cuticular (related to the cuticle, which is a small layer of skin at the base of your nails)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include "epidermic," but you might encounter phrases that discuss skin or surface-level issues, such as "scratch the surface" which means to only look at the most basic or superficial aspects of something.

Summary:

"Epidermic" is a scientific term mostly used in discussions about skin.

Academic

Adjective

1. of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula

Synonyms

• cuticular
• epidermal
• dermal