cuticle
US /ˈkjuː.t̬ɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈkjuː.t̬ɪ.kəl/
1.
指甲角质层, 表皮
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.
她在美甲时推回了指甲角质层。
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Dry cuticles can be a sign of dehydration.
干燥的角质层可能是脱水的迹象。
2.
角质层, 表皮
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.
植物的蜡质角质层有助于防止水分流失。
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Insects have a hard outer cuticle for protection.
昆虫有坚硬的外部角质层以进行保护。