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epithelium

/ˈɛpɪθiːliəm/ noun · British & US
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What does epithelium mean?

noun

A layer of cells forming the lining or covering of a gland, organ, or other body surface, or a similar layer in plants, such as the epidermis of a leaf.

Example

"The epithelium of the skin helps to protect the body from external damage."

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