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integument
 

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Noun integument has 1 sense
  1. integument - an outer protective covering such as the skin of an animal or a cuticle or seed coat or rind or shell
    --1 is a kind of     covering, natural covering, cover

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Integument

Definition:

The term integument refers to the natural outer covering or protective layer that surrounds and encloses an organism or an organ.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The integument of mammals is typically composed of a combination of hair and skin.
  2. During the healing process, the cell division in the integument helps in the formation of new tissue.
  3. The integumentary system, including the skin, hair, and nails, acts as a barrier protecting the internal organs.
  4. Reptiles have a tough integument that provides them protection against predators.

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