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Vocabulary Entry
epithelial
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or consisting of epithelial tissue, which forms the outer layer of the body's surfaces and lines cavities and organs.
Example Sentences
"The epithelial layer of the skin acts as a protective barrier."
"Study the characteristics of epithelial cells under a microscope."
"Inflammation of the epithelial tissue can lead to various health issues."
N
noun
A type of tissue that forms the outer layer of the body and lines internal organs and cavities.
Example Sentences
"Epithelial is one of the four primary types of tissue in the human body."
"Damage to the epithelial can result in significant health complications."
"The doctor explained the different types of epithelial found in various organs."