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Definition of Malpighian layer
1. Noun. The innermost layer of the epidermis.
Exact synonyms: Rete Malpighii, Stratum Basale, Stratum Germinativum
Group relationships: Cuticle, Epidermis
Generic synonyms: Stratum
Group relationships: Cuticle, Epidermis
Generic synonyms: Stratum
Medical Definition of Malpighian layer
1. The living layer of the epidermis comprising the stratum basale, stratum spinosum, and stratum granulosum. Synonym: malpighian layer, malpighian rete. (05 Mar 2000)