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    skin
    /skɪn/

    noun

    • 1. the thin layer of tissue forming the natural outer covering of the body of a person or animal: "I use body lotion to keep my skin supple" Similar epidermisdermistechnical:cuticlecutis
    • 2. the peel or outer layer of certain fruits or vegetables: "potatoes roasted in their skins" Similar peelrindoutsidetechnical:integument

    verb

    • 1. remove the skin from (an animal or a fruit or vegetable): "scald and skin the tomatoes" Similar peelparehulltechnical:decorticate
    • 2. take money from or swindle (someone): informal "I ain't no dummy, and I know when I'm being skinned"

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