Definition

Relating to or having the characteristics of epithelial tissue, which is a type of tissue that covers the surfaces of the body and lines cavities and organs.

Example

The epithelizing cells help to repair the skin after an injury.

Conversation

Did you know that some cells are actually epithelizing when they repair tissue?

Really? I had no idea cells could do that!

Yeah, it's fascinating how they help with healing.

Science is incredible — I love learning about these processes!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epithelizing → It is formed from "epi-" (meaning upon or over) and "thelein" (from Greek, meaning to place or to put). The word refers to the process of placing or covering something with epithelial tissue, thus meaning to cover or layer upon.

Memory Tip

Think of 'epi-' meaning 'upon' and 'thelein' meaning 'to place' — this helps you remember that 'epithelizing' means to cover or layer something with tissue.

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