Integument

Integument Definition

A natural outer covering or coat of an organism or an organ, such as skin, shell, or rind, serving to protect the underlying parts.

Integument is a noun.

Integument Synonyms

covering , envelope , protective layer , shell , skin

How To Use Integument In A Sentence

1. The turtle's hard integument protects it from predators.
2. In botany, the integument surrounds the ovule and later forms the seed coat.
3. Damage to the integument can increase the risk of infection.
4. The integumentary system includes the skin, hair, nails, and glands.