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vernix caseosa

 

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Noun vernix caseosa has 1 sense
  1. vernix, vernix caseosa - a white cheese-like protective material that covers the skin of a fetus
    --1 is a kind of material, stuff

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Vernix Caseosa

Definition:

Vernix caseosa refers to the creamy, waxy substance that covers the skin of newborn babies. It is a protective coating that helps keep the baby's skin hydrated and acts as a barrier against bacteria.

Example sentences:

Noun - Popular Usage

The nurse gently wiped off the vernix caseosa from the baby's body after delivery.

Noun - Local Usage

In some cultures, it is believed that leaving the vernix caseosa on the baby's skin for a certain period of time has health benefits.

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