🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Dermis

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈdɛʁmɪs

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Dermis/ˈdɜːr.mɪs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die Dermis enthält viele Blutgefäße und Nerven."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin.

    "The dermatologist explained how the dermis contains blood vessels and nerves."
  2. 2

    A layer of skin that provides strength and elasticity.

    "The dermis is crucial for maintaining the skin's structure and resilience."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'dermis' originates from the Greek word 'derma', meaning 'skin'. It entered the English language in the late 19th century, reflecting the growing interest in anatomy and biology during that period.

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