keratinous

UK
/kɛrˈætɪnəs/
US
/ˈkɛrətɪnəs/

Übersetzungen

keratinousadjektiv
more keratinous
Komp.
most keratinous
Super.
UK
/kɛrˈætɪnəs/
US
/ˈkɛrətɪnəs/
The keratinous layer of the skin provides protection against environmental damage.
Кератиновый слой кожи обеспечивает защиту от повреждений окружающей среды.

Definitionen

keratinousadjektiv
Relating to or made of keratin, a fibrous protein that forms the main structural constituent of hair, feathers, hoofs, claws, horns, etc.
The keratinous scales of the lizard provide it with protection against predators.