Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pele
Noun
peh-leh
Definition
The Portuguese word ‘pele’ translates to ‘skin’ in English.
Examples
- The athlete’s skin showed signs of sunburn after the match.
- Moisturizers are important for keeping the skin healthy.
- She admired the texture of her friend’s smooth skin.
Meaning
In a biological context, ‘pele’ refers to the outer covering of an organism, which serves as a protective barrier and plays a vital role in various functions, including sensation and thermoregulation.
Synonyms
- dermis
- epidermis
- hide
- cutis