PERIDERMS

Noun

periderms

plural of periderm

Source: Wiktionary


PERIDERM

Per"i*derm, n.

1. (Bot.)

Definition: The outer layer of bark.

2. (Zoöl.)

Definition: The hard outer covering of hydroids and other marine animals; the perisarc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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