# cutaneous

/ˌkjuˈteɪˌniəs/ (US) · /kjuːtˈeɪniəs/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cutaneous
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

relating to the skin. You use this to describe things that happen on or affect the surface of your body.

For teachers: relating to the skin or the outer surface of an organism. Often used in medical or biological contexts to describe sensory nerves or physical reactions.

## Examples

- The doctor checked for any cutaneous signs of infection.
- The patient reported a cutaneous rash that appeared shortly after starting the new medication.
- The study examined how cutaneous sensory nerves respond to temperature changes, providing new insights into how the body regulates its internal climate.

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