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dermal

adjective · noun

Simple meaning

Related to a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch.

Pronunciation

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durmuhl

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ˈdɝməl

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Definition

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adjective

  1. anatomy

    Of or pertaining to skin or integument (or other forms of tissue)

noun

  1. A body piercing consisting of an object positioned partially below and partially above the skin.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon

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