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corium

corium

9.9
The inner layer of the skin with blood vessels and nerves
  • noun
  • /ˈkɔːriəm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : corion
  • Burns that reach the corium are considered serious and require immediate medical attention.

Examples

  • The corium is crucial for skin health.

  • The surgeon carefully separated the corium from the surrounding tissues during the procedure.

  • Beneath the thin outer skin lies the corium, which contains many blood vessels and nerves.

  • It is important to protect the corium from damage.

  • The corium contains blood vessels and nerve endings that help regulate skin temperature.

  • Changes in the corium can affect the overall health and appearance of the skin.

  • The doctor explained that the corium is crucial for skin elasticity and support.

Synonyms

dermis
vscorium
  • Specialized
4 6.0

A thick inner layer of skin under the outer layer that contains blood vessels, nerves, and glands

is the same deep vascular layer but focuses on its vessels, nerves, and glands
derma
vscorium
  • Specialized
1 8.1

The inner layer of the skin beneath the outer layer that has blood vessels and gives strength and flexibility

is the identical layer expressed using an alternate accepted term

Surface Forms

corium singular
coriums plural

Etymology

Corium comes from the Latin corium meaning 'hide' or 'skin'. Think of the inside of leather: the corium is the deep, living layer under the outer skin, which is why the word names the dermis.