keratinise

• Verb, das den Prozess beschreibt, bei dem etwas in Keratin umgewandelt wird oder eine Keratinstruktur annimmt, meist in Bezug auf die Bildung von Keratin in Haut, Haaren oder Nägeln.

A verb used to indicate the process of becoming or making something keratinous, typically referring to the formation of keratin in skin, hair, or nails.

1. Convert into keratinC2formalmedical

   To transform cells or tissue into keratin, a fibrous protein that forms the basis of hair, nails, and skin.

   Verhornen

   • The cells begin to keratinise as they move toward the skin's surface.
   • In some conditions, skin cells keratinise abnormally, leading to scaling.
   • The process of keratinisation helps form a protective barrier on the skin.

2. Become horny and impregnated with keratinC2formalscientific

   To harden and become filled with keratin, resulting in a tough, horn-like texture.

   verhornen

   • The outer layer of the epidermis keratinises to form a durable shield.
   • Nails keratinise to become strong and resilient.
   • In reptiles, the scales keratinise to provide protection.