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Definition of Keratose

1. n. A tough, horny animal substance entering into the composition of the skeleton of sponges, and other invertebrates; -- called also keratode.

2. a. Containing hornlike fibers or fibers of keratose; belonging to the Keratosa.

Definition of Keratose

1. of or resembling horny tissue [adj]

Medical Definition of Keratose

1. 1. A tough, horny animal substance entering into the composition of the skeleton of sponges, and other invertebrates. Synonym: keratode. 2. Containing hornlike fibres or fibres of keratose; belonging to the Keratosa. Origin: Gr, horn. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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