Dermal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation [ˈdɜːməɫ] · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Dermal is an adjective meaning (anatomy) Of or pertaining to skin or integument (or other forms of tissue).
Meaning
(anatomy) Of or pertaining to skin or integument (or other forms of tissue).
More Meanings
- A body piercing consisting of an object positioned partially below and partially above the skin.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: epidermal, epidermo-
The dermal muscles in the face are used to form expressions.
Anchors with holes in the heel and toe of the foot are for dermals that are meant to be permanent. As the piercing heals, the tissue attaches to the foot around the holes, anchoring it in.
Word Forms
- dermals
Synonyms for dermal
Depending on context, synonyms include dermic, dermatic, cutaneous, cutaneal, epidermal, epidermic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include epidermic, dermic, epidermal, cuticular, cutaneous, cylindroma.
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