Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the hypodermis or the layer of cells beneath the epidermis of a plant or animal.

“The hypodermal cells played a crucial role in the plant’s defense mechanism.”

2. noun

a layer of cells beneath the epidermis of a plant or animal.

“The hypodermal tissue was affected by the disease.”

3. noun

a type of cell or tissue located beneath the epidermis.

“The hypodermal cells were responsible for the plant’s growth.”