skin (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /skɪn/
Definition
The thin outer layer that covers the body of animals, including humans.
Examples
The sun burned my skin.
He has sensitive skin.
The doctor checked the rash on her skin.
How to Use skin
- skin of (prepositional phrase)
- The outer layer belonging to something. — "The skin of the snake was shed."
- thick skin (idiom)
- Ability to not be easily hurt or offended by criticism. — "You need thick skin to work in politics."
- thin skin (idiom)
- Easily hurt or offended by criticism. — "He has thin skin and gets upset easily."
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