Dermatic

/dɜːrˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or affecting the skin; of or belonging to the dermis.

Etymology

From Greek 'derma' (skin) with the adjective suffix '-ic'. This straightforward medical adjective has been used since at least the 19th century to describe skin-related conditions and treatments.

Kelly Says

While 'dermatological' is more common today, 'dermatic' is the older, simpler form—and it's still used in phrases like 'dermatic layer' to mean the actual skin tissue itself.

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