Definition the outer covering of the body, composed of three primary layers:* the epidermis [ IATE:1515670 ], which provides waterproofing and serves as a barrier to infection;* the dermis [ IATE:3533697 ], which serves as a location for the appendages of skin; and* the hypodermis (subcutaneous adipose layer). Reference Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_skin [26.4.2011]
Comment It is the largest organ of the integumentary system. Human skin is similar to that of most other mammals, except that it is not protected by a pelt.
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Definition as used in the leather industry, the natural external covering or integument of a small or young animal, as a calf, sheep, or goat removed from the body, esp. one which is dressed or tanned (with or without the fur) and used as a material for clothing or other items Reference COM-EN, based on:- "skin", Oxford English Dictionary Online. Oxford University Press, 2014 http://www.oed.com/view/Entry/180922?rskey=nirCfh&result=1&isAdvanced=false#eid [13.05.2014]- 'Glossary of Terms'; United States Hide, Skin and Leather Association (USHSLA) http://www.w.ushsla.org/ht/d/sp/i/26148/pid/26148 [13.05.2014]
Comment See also:- hide (related) [ IATE:1207331 ]
Definition dépouille d'un petit mammifère, notamment en tannerie Reference COM-FR, d'après Meyer C., ed. sc., 2014, Dictionnaire des Sciences Animales [en ligne]. Montpellier, France, Cirad, http://dico-sciences-animales.cirad.fr/ [31.7.2014]
Comment «La peau est la dépouille d’un petit mammifère (petit ruminant, lapin), d’un reptile (crocodile, serpent) ou d’un oiseau (autruche)…».Source: CIRAD
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Definition protective and functional covering over the wings and fuselage of aircraft. Reference COUNCIL-EN based on Wikipedia, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skin_(aircraft) [15.04.2010]
Definition recouvrement des surfaces extérieures d'un aéronef Reference Terminologie de la maintenance en aviation civile in La banque des mots 47/1994
Comment UPDATED: KEL 15/03/2001
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Definition apple virus-like disease characterised by rough, corky spots on fruit skin, which often crack open Reference COM-Terminology Coordination, based on:European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization. Certification schemes. Pathogen-tested material of Malus, Pyrus and Cydonia. 1999 OEPP/EPPO, Bulletin OEPP/EPPO Bulletin 29, 239-252, http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1365-2338.1999.tb00828.x/pdf [27.11.2014]
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Definition serious pathogen of the family Pospiviroidae genus Apscaviroid that affects pome fruits Reference COM-Terminology Coordination, based on: Kaponi, M.S., Luigi, M., Barba, M., Sano, T., Kyriakopoulou. P.E. First report and molecular analysis of Apple scar skin viroid in sweet cherry. 21st International Conference on Virus and other Graft Transmissible Diseases of Fruit Crops. Julius-Kühn-Archiv, 427, 2010, http://pub.jki.bund.de/index.php/JKA/article/download/617/1527 [27.11.2014]
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Definition malignant tumor of melanocytes which are found predominantly in skin but also in the bowel and the eye Reference Wikipedia > Melanoma, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melanoma (14.9.2009)
Comment It is one of the less common types of skin cancer but causes the majority (75%) of skin cancer related deaths. Melanocytes are normally present in skin, being responsible for the production of the dark pigment melanin. Despite many years of intensive laboratory and clinical research, the greatest chance of cure is in the early surgical resection of thin tumours.
Definition mélanoblastome de la peau développé le plus souvent sur un naevus pigmenté ou achromique préexistant, parfois brutalement, à la suite d'irritations répétées Reference Reallex Med ;Rivard, D.,Protection de la couche dozone,1989,RINT
Definition obstruction of blood flow in skin resulting in a white or pale appearance Reference COM-Terminology Coordination, based on:Healthline http://www.healthline.com/hlc/blanching-of-skin [5.2.2010]
Comment Not to be confused with discolouration [ IATE:3516272 ]
Definition allergic test that detects the specific cellular immune response induced by Brucella spp. infection Reference The African Veterinary Information Portal. 'Brucellosis' (12.6.2019)
Comment One of the most specific tests for the detection of brucellosis in unvaccinated animals.
Glan cáithníní scaoilte den chraiceann. Reference Iarscríbhinn IV, Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Scuab cáithníní scaoilte den chraiceann. Tum in uisce fionnuar/cuir bréid fliuch air. Reference Iarscríbhinn IV, Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Ina chúis le dónna tromchúiseacha craicinn agus le damáiste don tsúil. Reference Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Ina chúis le greannú craicinn. Reference Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Cianaicrioláit. Contúirt. Nascann craiceann agus súile laistigh de shoicindí. Coimeád as aimsiú leanaí. Reference Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Ná lig sna súile, ar an gcraiceann, ná ar éadaí. Reference Iarscríbhinn IV, Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Marfach i dteagmháil leis an gcraiceann. Reference Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA
Díobhálach i dteagmháil leis an gcraiceann. Reference Rialachán (CE) uimh. 1272/2008 ó Pharlaimint na hEorpa agus ón gComhairle an 16 Nollaig 2008 maidir le haicmiú, lipéadú agus pacáistiú substaintí agus meascán, agus lena leasaítear agus lena n-aisghairtear Treoir 67/548/CEE agus Treoir 1999/45/CE, agus lena leasaítear Rialachán (CE) Uimh. 1907/2006, CELEX:32008R1272/GA