Epidermis. Definition. noun. One or more layers of cells forming the outermost portion of the skin or integument. Supplement. The epidermis is a protective outer covering of many plants and animals.It may be comprised of a single layer, as in plants, or of several layers of cells on top of the dermis, as in those of vertebrate animals.The primary role of the epidermis is to protect the more susceptible layers of the skin.he epidermis is a protective outer covering of many plants and animals. It may be comprised of a single layer, as in plants, or of several layers of cells on top of the dermis, as in those of vertebrate animals. The primary role of the epidermis is to protect the more susceptible layers of the skin.
After 82 games and an endless stream of entertainment and storylines, the 2016-17 NBA regular season is winding down. Most teams will conclude their season on Monday, April 11 with a select few teams wrapping things up the day before. Just under half of the NBA will then lick its wounds and prepare for next month's NBA draft lottery, ahead of the June NBA draft.
The 2015â16 NCAA Division I men's basketball season will begin on November 13. The first tournament will be the 2K Sports Classic and will end with the Final Four in Houston April 2â4.Practices officially began in October.he 2015â16 NCAA Division I men's basketball season will begin on November 13. The first tournament will be the 2K Sports Classic and will end with the Final Four in Houston April 2â4.