Dermis (noun)

1. The inner layer of the skin, located below the epidermis, that contains nerves, blood vessels, and sweat glands.
2. The tissue forming the true skin, consisting of connective tissue and blood vessels, nerves, and sweat glands.

Origin:

From the greek word "derma" meaning "skin".

Examples:

1. The dermis is thicker than the epidermis.
2. The dermis contains blood vessels that provide oxygen and nutrients to the skin cells.
3. The dermis contains sweat glands that help to regulate body temperature.
4. The dermis also contains hair follicles and oil glands.
5. The dermis is responsible for creating the fingerprints.