What is another word for subcutaneous?
Pronunciation: [sˌʌbkjuːtˈe͡ɪni͡əs] (IPA) 
Subcutaneous is a medical term that refers to the layer of tissue lying directly below the skin. There are several synonyms used to describe this layer of tissue. One of the most common synonyms for subcutaneous is the hypodermis. It is a term used to describe the layer of tissue that lies beneath the layer of the skin. Another synonymous term for subcutaneous is the subdermal layer. This describes the tissue layer beneath the dermis, which is the outermost layer of skin. The term superficial fascia is also closely related to subcutaneous and is used to describe the layer of tissue beneath the dermis. Furthermore, adipose tissue is another synonym for the subcutaneous layer as it primarily comprises fat cells lying beneath the skin.
