What is another word for Cutin?
Pronunciation: [kjˈuːtɪn] (IPA) 
Cutin is a waxy layer that covers the epidermis of plants and is responsible for resistance towards water loss and protection from pathogens. Synonyms for the word "cutin" are plant wax, cuticle, wax coating, and epicuticular wax. The plant wax or cutin covering prevents plants from drying out and acts as a defense mechanism against attacks from insects and fungi. Cuticle is a synonym referencing the outer layer of the plants which can contain different types of waxes including cutin. Wax coating and epicuticular wax, on the other hand, are synonyms indicating the protective layer on the surface of plants that is non-penetrating, water-resistant, and biodegradable. All of these words are often used to describe the same substance, highlighting the importance of cutin and its role in plant growth and survival.
