The Integumentary System Word Search
Play a The Integumentary System word search free online. We built the 12-word list around the parts and systems of the human body, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: EPIDERMIS, HYPODERMIS, KERATIN, MELANIN, COLLAGEN, ELASTIN, SEBACEOUS, SUDORIFEROUS, SWEAT, PILOERECTOR, FOLLICLE, NAIL.
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The Integumentary System word list, defined
- EPIDERMIS /ˌɛpɪˈdɜːmɪs/ · noun
- The outermost layer of cells covering the surface of an animal's or plant's body, in humans forming the thin outer layer of the skin above the dermis. Related: outer skin, cuticle, skin surface, epithelium.
- HYPODERMIS /ˌhaɪpəˈdɜːrmɪs/ · noun
- The layer of fatty tissue just beneath the skin, or a hypodermic injection. Related: subcutaneous tissue, dermal layer, hypodermic injection, subcutaneous injection.
- KERATIN /kəˈrætɪn/ · noun
- A type of protein found in skin, hair, and nails, composed of amino acids. It is a key component of the structure and strength of these tissues. Related: protein, fibrous, filamentous, amino acid.
- MELANIN /mɛˈlænɪn/ · noun
- A pigment responsible for skin and hair color, produced by cells called melanocytes. It is also found in the eyes and is involved in the protection of the skin from the sun's ultraviolet radiation. Related: pigment, color, chromophore, melanocyte.
- COLLAGEN /ˈkɒlədʒən/ · noun
- The main structural protein found in the connective tissues of animals, providing strength and elasticity to skin, bone, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. It is also widely used in cosmetics, supplements, and medical treatments aimed at skin health and tissue repair. Related: connective protein, structural protein, fibrous protein, gelatin precursor.
- ELASTIN /ɪˈlæstɪn/ · noun
- A fibrous protein found in elastic connective tissue that allows structures such as blood vessels, skin, and lungs to stretch and recoil to their original shape. Related: elastic fiber protein, elastin fiber.
- SEBACEOUS /sɪˈbeɪʃəs/ · adjective
- Produced by or relating to the sebaceous glands, which produce sebum; oily or greasy. Related: oily, greasy, unhealthy, fatty.
- SUDORIFEROUS /sjuːdɒrɪˈfɛrəs/ · adjective
- Producing or secreting sweat; covered with sweat glands. Related: sweaty, perspiring, sudatory, diaphoretic.
- SWEAT /sweɪt/ · noun, verb
- A clear liquid secreted by the body to help it regulate temperature. To produce or emit this liquid, typically as a result of physical exertion or stress. Related: perspiration, sudor, drizzle, moisture.
- FOLLICLE /ˈfɒlɪkəl/ (UK); /ˈfɑː.lə.kəl/ (US) · noun
- A small sac, gland, or cavity in the body, such as one enclosing a hair root or an ovum; more broadly, any small secretory cavity or pouch, including the dry single-celled fruit (a follicle) borne by some plants. Related: sac, pouch, gland, cavity.
- NAIL /neɪl/ · noun, verb
- A small metal or plastic piece used for fastening or holding things together, typically consisting of a pointed end and a flat head. To pierce or fix something with a nail. Related: pin, tack, peg, fastener.
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