Term: protoderm(n)
Literally meaning: “first-skin”
Origin: Anc Greek
πρώτος/protos(=first) > πρo/pro-(prefix denoting “in front of”, “towards”, "before")
+δέρμα/derma(=skin) > δεσμά/desma(=bonds) because skin keeps the body tight > δέρω/dero(=to peel, to flay)
Definition
Protoderm is the outer layer of meristem that forms the epidermis of plants.
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