Definition of "epidermolysis" [epidermolysis]

• A loosening of the epidermis from the next underlying layer of the skin. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "A phenomenon called epidermolysis would be visible, in which the epidermis loosens from the underlying dermis and the nails fall off, exposing the nail beds and giving the impression of new growth."
• "Now sulforaphane has demonstrated new skills in treating a genetic skin blistering disorder called epidermolysis bullosa simplex EBS, Pierre Coulombe and colleagues at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore report at the American Society for Cell Biology 47th Annual Meeting."
• "This is the face of a rare genetic disease called epidermolysis bullosa, or EB - and researchers believe they have found a treatment that will ease the suffering of those afflicted and help prolong their lives."