Cutaneous

Pronunciation: /kjuˈteɪniəs/

Definitions of cutaneous

adjective relating to or affecting the skin

Example Sentences

A1 The cutaneous rash on her arm was itchy.

A2 The doctor prescribed a cutaneous cream for the skin infection.

B1 Regular use of sunscreen can help prevent cutaneous damage from the sun.

B2 The dermatologist specializes in treating cutaneous conditions.

C1 The researcher conducted a study on cutaneous absorption of certain chemicals.

C2 The surgeon performed a cutaneous flap procedure to repair the damaged tissue.

Examples of cutaneous in a Sentence

formal The cutaneous nerves are responsible for transmitting sensations from the skin to the brain.

informal I have a cutaneous rash on my arm from an allergic reaction.

slang Her cutaneous piercing is really cool.

figurative The artist used cutaneous imagery in her paintings to evoke a sense of touch.

Grammatical Forms of cutaneous

• past tense: cut
• plural: cutaneous
• comparative: more cutaneous
• superlative: most cutaneous
• present tense: cutaneous
• future tense: will be cutaneous
• perfect tense: has been cutaneous
• continuous tense: is being cutaneous
• singular: cutaneous
• positive degree: cutaneous
• infinitive: to cutaneous
• gerund: cutaneously
• participle: cutanizing

Origin and Evolution of cutaneous

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cutaneous' originated from the Latin word 'cutaneus', which is derived from 'cutis' meaning skin.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to describe anything related to or affecting the skin, the term 'cutaneous' has remained consistent in its meaning over time.