corneumában

Corneumában is a term originating from Hungarian, literally translating to "in the horn" or "horny". In a biological context, it most commonly refers to the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis in the skin. This layer is composed of flattened, dead cells called corneocytes, which are filled with keratin. The stratum corneum acts as a protective barrier against physical, chemical, and biological insults, preventing water loss and the entry of pathogens. Its thickness can vary across different parts of the body, being thicker in areas subjected to more friction or pressure. The process of shedding these dead cells from the stratum corneum is called desquamation. In other contexts, "corneumában" might be used more generally to describe something that is hardened or like horn, though this usage is less common in scientific literature.