What does the suffix -dermis mean?

The suffix "-dermis" comes from the Greek word "derma" meaning "skin". It typically refers to the inner layer of skin.

For example:

* Epidermis: The outer layer of skin.

* Dermis: The inner layer of skin, containing blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles.

* Hypodermis: The layer of fat and connective tissue beneath the dermis.

So, "-dermis" indicates that the word is related to the skin, specifically its deeper layers.