noun
- plural of keratinization; the process by which cells become filled with or converted into keratin, a tough fibrous protein found in skin, hair, and nails
Usage: technical/medical term; primarily used in biology and dermatology
Examples
- The keratinizations of the outer skin layer provide a protective barrier against infection.
- Dermatologists study keratinizations to understand how skin cells mature and harden.
- Abnormal keratinizations can lead to conditions like psoriasis and ichthyosis.
- The keratinizations observed in hair follicles contribute to hair strength and structure.