Definition

A specific layer of bark found on trees, which is located outside the most recently formed protective layer.

Example

The rhytidome of the tree was thick and rough, indicating its age.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term rhytidome?

No, I haven't! What does it mean?

It's actually the outer layer of bark on trees.

That's interesting! I never knew bark had different layers.

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Root Explanation

Rhytidome is formed from "rhytis" (from Greek, meaning wrinkle) and "doma" (from Greek, meaning skin or covering). The word refers to the outer bark of a tree, which is often wrinkled or textured, resembling skin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wrinkle' ('rhytis') to remember that 'rhytidome' refers to the wrinkled outer covering of a tree, much like skin.

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