Derm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɜːm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Derm is a noun meaning (anatomy, dated) animal skin.
Meaning
(anatomy, dated) animal skin.
More Meanings
- Synonym of dermis.
- (South Africa, slang, usually in the plural) Guts, entrails.
- (slang) Clipping of dermatologist.
Example Sentences
I don't like eating the derms of any animal.
What are you going to do with the fish derms?
Word Forms
- derms
Synonyms for derm
Depending on context, synonyms include dermis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include membranous, skin, flesh, scleroderm, hide, outskin.
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