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Malpighian layer noun[ S ] anatomy specializeduk /mælˈpɪɡ.i.ən ˌleɪ.ər/ us /ˌmælˈpɪɡ.i.ən ˌleɪ.ɚ/ the deepest layer of skin: These cells are constantly being rubbed off and replaced by cells from the Malpighian layer. The cuticle is made up of two layers, the superficial or horny layer; and the deep or Malpighian layer. The stratum basale contains the regenerative cells of the epidermis and is sometimes called the Malpighian layer. It is a malignant, cutaneous epithelial tumour derived from alterations in basal cells from the Malpighian layer of the epidermis. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases The skin, & skin colour anti-wrinkle ashy basal cell blush complexion corium flushed freckle-faced pasty-faced percutaneous perionychium permatan pigmented purple with ragephrase rubicund strawberry mark subcutaneous wanly webbing wheat complexion |