1
as in exterior
an outer part or layer
space-age materials used on the skin of the aircraft
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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
hats made from beaver skins were once fashionable
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as in leather
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
calfskin gloves
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as in to sting
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
got his revenge on the dirty swindler who had skinned him
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as in to cream
to defeat by a large margin
we simply got skinned in the interoffice softball tournament
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Recent Examples of skin
Celeste Polanco, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
The claim is that by creating this layer between your skin and the cologne, your scent will smell truer to the perfumer’s original intention.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
This Korean sunscreen essential soothes acne and excess sebum using niacinamide and hydrates skin with hyaluronic acid.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Over-exfoliation and worsened skin issues are two principal dangers Brownlee has brought to our attention.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
The claim is that by creating this layer between your skin and the cologne, your scent will smell truer to the perfumer’s original intention.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Feb. 2025
Verb
Almond is the star of the show here, in milk, oil, extract, and protein formats—delivering fatty acids and omega 9s to skin for improved softness and nourishment.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
This Korean sunscreen essential soothes acne and excess sebum using niacinamide and hydrates skin with hyaluronic acid.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skin
Noun
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Not to mention the color, durability, extra storage, and waterproof exterior were perfect!—
Jennifer Vermeer,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Feb. 2025
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The exterior of the machine just needs a wipedown with a damp cloth.—
Michelle Love,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Feb. 2025
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Arsenal’s Leno had just blocked from Christian Eriksen, but the ball was headed out to Moussa Sissoko who thwacked it full pelt from the edge of the box.—
Tim Spiers,
The Athletic,
17 Dec. 2024
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Soon, Siberian fur traders were trapping and harvesting pelts in the Aleutian Islands and around the island of Kodiak off Alaska’s southern coast.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Smoke, tar, sandpaper and leather aromas, as well as blue and blackberries.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Or for something more affordable, try these stylish faux leather sneakers with a memory foam footbed for $40.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Dusty blue velvet benches were piled against walls with peeling paint.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
27 Feb. 2025
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Chicago Fire is peeling back another layer of the onion that is Lizzy Novak.—
Vlada Gelman,
TVLine,
25 Feb. 2025
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Wheaton’s actions may have stung in particular because Vought has publicly defended the college in the past.—
Emma Green,
The New Yorker,
18 Feb. 2025
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Sandler and Farley, while both still incredibly popular with audiences, were eventually fired in 1995 by Michaels, who was stung by the criticism.—
Dennis Perkins,
EW.com,
16 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Cold Brew Cappuccino tastes slightly sweet and slightly creamed.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Zinc oxide is a key ingredient in most infant diaper creams so its ultra gentle.—
Bea McMonagle,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Noun
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But the overwhelming sensation is one of gently sinking into the surface.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
27 Feb. 2025
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In addition to evaluating new technologies and solutions to protect the expanding attack surface, companies must ensure that cyber foundations are in place.—
Mike Wilson,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Though their populations were threatened decades ago, mainly due to trapping for the fur trade, their biggest threats today are habitat loss and pollution.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
15 Feb. 2025
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The rubber brush doesn’t get tangled with hair and fur like many brush rolls with bristles do.—
Lauren Taylor,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Skin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skin. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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