cuticle
US /ˈkjuː.t̬ɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈkjuː.t̬ɪ.kəl/
1.
kutikula
the layer of dead skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail
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She pushed back her cuticles during her manicure.
Dia mendorong kembali kutikulanya saat manikur.
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Dry cuticles can be a sign of dehydration.
Kutikula kering bisa menjadi tanda dehidrasi.
2.
kutikula, lapisan pelindung
the outer protective layer of an organism or part of an organism
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The plant's waxy cuticle helps prevent water loss.
Kutikula lilin tanaman membantu mencegah kehilangan air.
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Insects have a hard outer cuticle for protection.
Serangga memiliki kutikula luar yang keras untuk perlindungan.