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relationship role

one of a set of group roles adopted by members whose performance of particular behaviors maintains or enhances interpersonal relationships within the group. Also called socioemotional role. Compare task role.

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mucocutaneous skin

mucocutaneous skin

the hairless skin of the lips. This type of skin is also found at other junctions between the inside and outside of the body (e.g., the nasal and anal orifices).