cutaneous
1 synonym for cutaneous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Cutaneous describes something that is on, part of, or affects the skin.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dermal
How to use cutaneous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cutaneous reaction
cutaneous infection
cutaneous nerve
cutaneous symptoms
This is a formal, technical word mostly found in medical and scientific writing rather than everyday speech.
Etymology
Cutaneous comes from the New Latin word cutaneus, which was built on the Latin noun cutis, meaning skin.
Full origin of cutaneous →Frequently asked questions
What does cutaneous mean?
It means relating to, on, or affecting the skin.
Is cutaneous the same as dermal?
Yes, dermal is a close synonym, and both terms describe something connected to the skin.
Where is the word cutaneous commonly used?
It appears mainly in anatomy, medicine and zoology, for example describing skin reactions, infections or treatments.
