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Princeton's WordNet
vernix, vernix caseosanoun
a white cheeselike protective material that covers the skin of a fetus
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vernixnoun
Vernix caseosa; a fatty deposit covering the skin of newborn babies.
Etymology: From vernix.
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vernix
Vernix caseosa, also known as vernix or birthing custard, is the waxy white substance found coating the skin of newborn human babies. It is produced by dedicated cells and is thought to have some protective roles during fetal development and for a few hours after birth.
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Vernix, also known as vernix caseosa, is a white, creamy substance that covers the skin of a newborn baby. It is composed of dead skin cells, oils and other substances that originate from the fetus's amniotic fluid. It serves to protect the skin of the fetus while it is in the womb and can also aid in the birthing process by acting as a natural lubricant.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of vernix in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of vernix in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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- VernixGerman
- vérnixSpanish
- verniksIndonesian
- 버 닉스Korean
- vernixPortuguese
- 胎脂Chinese
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