hypodermis
Noun

hypodermis (plural hypodermes)

  1. topics en An epidermal layer of cells that secretes an overlying chitinous cuticle, as in arthropods.
  2. (botany) A layer of cells lying immediately below the epidermis.
  3. topics en A subcutaneous layer of loose connective tissue containing fat cells, lying beneath the dermis.
Synonyms
  • subcutis
  • superficial fascia
  • tela subcutanea
Translations
  • Spanish: hipodermis



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