The word "apellous" is not a commonly used term, but it refers to something that lacks an outer covering or skin, such as a fruit or shell. The pronunciation of this word is "uh-pel-uhs," with the stress on the first syllable. The phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /əˈpɛləs/. It is important to note that the word "pellucid," which means transparent, should not be confused with "apellous."
1. Without skin. 2. Without foreskin, circumcised.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Having no skin.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.