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integumentCovering of the body, which protects it from the outside world and from drying out. In humans and other mammals it consists of the skin (including outer epidermis and inner dermis) and its related structures, including hair, nails, and sebaceous and sweat glands. integument 1. the protective layer around an ovule that becomes the seed coat 2. the outer protective layer or covering of an animal, such as skin or a cuticle How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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