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derma¹ Definition

derma (dʉr′mə)

noun

dermis

Etymology: ModL < Gr derma, skin < IE base *der-, to skin, flay > tear

derma² Definition

derma (dʉr′mə)

noun

kishke

Etymology: Yiddish derme, pl. of darm, gut < MHG < OHG daram < IE *tormo-s, hole < base *ter-, to rub, bore > throw, Gr tormos, hole

derma Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • filler: Unlike regular collagen fillers, derma filler contains non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid gel.