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Noun: vernix
  1. A white cheeselike protective material that covers the skin of a foetus
    "Vernix helps protect the baby's skin in the womb"; "vernix caseosa helps protect the baby's skin in the womb";
    - vernix caseosa

Derived forms: vernixes

Type of: material, stuff

Encyclopedia: Vernix, Manche