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Noun: vernix caseosa  'vur-niks ,ka-see'ow-su
  1. A white cheeselike protective material that covers the skin of a foetus
    "vernix caseosa helps protect the baby's skin in the womb";
    - vernix

Type of: material, stuff

Encyclopedia: Vernix caseosa