What is another word for pavement epithelium?
Pronunciation: [pˈe͡ɪvmənt ˌɛpɪθˈiːli͡əm] (IPA) 
Pavement epithelium refers to the outermost layer of skin found on the soles of the feet and palms of the hands. This particular type of skin serves to provide protection against the harsh effects of friction and pressure. While pavement epithelium is the most common term used to describe this type of skin, there are several other synonyms that may be used interchangeably. These include thick skin, stratum corneum, cornified layer, and keratinized layer. Each of these terms refers to the same structure, but may be used in different contexts depending on the specific application being considered.
