the outer epithelial layer of the external integument of the animal body that is derived from the embryonic epiblast
specifically the outer nonsensitive and nonvascular layer of the skin of a vertebrate that overlies the dermis
any of various animal integuments
a thin surface layer of tissue in higher plants formed by growth of a primary meristem

First Known Use

1626, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

History and Etymology

Late Latin, from Greek, from epi- + derma skin — more at derm-

etiquette

noun

et·i·quette

ˈe-ti-kət -ˌket

Definition

the conduct or procedure required by good breeding or prescribed by authority to be observed in social or official life

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

Examples

//Her failure to respond to the invitation was a serious breach of etiquette.
//the couple exhibited poor etiquette when they left the party without saying good-bye to the host and hostess

First Known Use

1737, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology