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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:cuticlecutiscoriumdermadermintegumenttegumentcomplexioncolouringskin colourskin tonepigmentation
   • ▪ the skin of a dead animal with or without the fur, used as material for clothing or other items: "is this real crocodile skin?" Similar hidepeltfleecegreenhidetechnical:cropkiparchaic:fell
   • ▪ a container made from the skin of an animal such as a goat, used for holding liquids: "a skin filled with water"
   • 2. the peel or outer layer of certain fruits or vegetables: "potatoes roasted in their skins" Similar peelrindoutsidetechnical:integument
   • ▪ the thin outer covering of a sausage: "if you are using link-sausages, prick the skins well with a fork"
   • ▪ a thin layer forming on the surface of certain hot liquids, such as milk, as they cool: "Victoria was skimming the skin off the saucepan of milk" Similar filmcoatingcoatlayeroverlaysheetmembranetechnical:pellicle
   • ▪ a cigarette paper: informal "I passed her a plastic bag with skins and hash inside"
   • ▪ the outermost layer of a structure such as a building or aircraft. Similar casingcovercoveringexteriorpod
   • ▪ a strip of sealskin or other material attached to the underside of a ski to prevent a skier slipping backwards during climbing.
   • 3. a customized graphic user interface for an application or operating system.
   • 4. a skinhead: informal British "we were surrounded by skins with tattoos and braces"
   • 5. (especially in jazz) a drum or drum head. informal
   • 6. relating to or denoting pornographic literature or films: informal "the skin trade"
   • 7. a card game in which each player has one card which they bet will not be the first to be matched by a card dealt from the pack. US
   • 8. a unit into which an Aboriginal people is divided, typically on the basis of descent, each skin being associated with a totemic bird, animal, or insect. Australian

   verb

   • 1. remove the skin from (an animal or a fruit or vegetable): "scald and skin the tomatoes" Similar peelparehulltechnical:decorticate
   • ▪ graze (a part of one's body): "he scrambled down from the tree with such haste that he skinned his knees" Similar grazescrapeabradebarkcutrub something rawchafetechnical:excoriate
   • 2. take money from or swindle (someone): informal "I ain't no dummy, and I know when I'm being skinned"
   • 3. (of a wound) form new skin: "the hole in his skull skinned over"
   • ▪ cover with skin: archaic "the wound was skinned, but the strength of his thigh was not restored"
   • 4. (of a player) take the ball past (a defender) with ease: informal "Kanchelskis would have skinned him"
   • 5. make a cannabis cigarette: informal British "we had a few beers and then we skinned up"

   Word Origin late Old Englishscinn, from Old Norse skinn; related to Dutch schinden ‘flay, peel’ and German schinden.

   Derivatives

   • 1. skinless adjective
   • 2. skinlike adjective

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2. www.britannica.com › science › human-skinHuman skin | Definition, Layers, Types, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 4, 2024 · Human skin, in human anatomy, the covering, or integument, of the body’s surface that both provides protection and receives sensory stimuli from the external environment. The skin consists of three layers of tissue: the epidermis, an outermost layer that contains the primary protective structure,

3. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › 320435Skin: Structure and function explained - Medical News Today

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   Jan 25, 2024 · Skin color is a phenotype, which is an observable trait like eye color or height. The color results from different types of a pigment called melanin.

4. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK470464Anatomy, Skin (Integument), Epidermis - StatPearls - NCBI...

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   Jun 8, 2024 · The skin is the largest organ in the body, covering its entire external surface. The skin has 3 layers—the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis, which have different anatomical structures and functions (see Image. Cross Section, Layers of the Skin). The skin's structure comprises an intricate network that serves as the body's initial barrier against pathogens, ultraviolet (UV) light, chemicals ...

5. www.health.com › condition › skin-conditions15 Skin Conditions: Pictures, Symptoms, Treatment - Health

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   Oct 30, 2023 · Learn about 15 common skin conditions—from acne and warts to skin cancer and lupus—including their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.

6. www.verywellhealth.com › skin-types-5088964Skin Types: What Type of Skin do I Have - Verywell Health

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   Aug 7, 2023 · Normal: the tissue won’t be greasy, and your skin won’t flake or show signs of irritation and redness.; Oily: The tissue will be noticeably greasy, and your skin will appear shiny.; Dry: The tissue won’t be greasy, and your skin will be flaky and may have red patches.Your complexion may appear dull. Combination: Your t-zone will be oily, leaving oil behind on the tissue, but the rest of ...

7. www.healthline.com › health › skin-disordersSkin Disorders: Pictures, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment -...

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   Feb 14, 2024 · This causes scaly, silvery, sharply defined skin plaques. Darker-skinned people might also experience dark brown or purplish patches on the skin. Patches are commonly located on the scalp, elbows ...

8. owlcation.com › stem › The-Many-Functions-of-Human-SkinHuman Skin: Structure, Useful Functions, and Interesting Facts

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   Dec 19, 2023 · Although skin prevents the entry of water and many other substances into the body, it isn't a complete barrier between the body and the outside world. This is why some medicines can be absorbed through the skin, which is beneficial for us, and why some chemicals in cosmetics can also be absorbed through the skin, which may harm the body.

9. www.niams.nih.gov › educational-resources › health-lesson-learning-about-skinHealth Lesson: Learning About Skin | NIAMS

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   Jun 20, 2024 · The epidermis (eh-puh-DUR-muhs) is the part of the skin you can see. At the bottom of the epidermis, where you can’t see, new skin cells are forming to replace old ones that flake off. The dermis (DUR-muhs) is the next layer down, hidden under your epidermis. This layer of skin has blood vessels, nerve endings, and oil and sweat glands.

10. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Integumentary_systemIntegumentary system - Wikipedia

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    Jul 12, 2024 · The integumentary system is the set of organs forming the outermost layer of an animal's body. It comprises the skin and its appendages, which act as a physical barrier between the external environment and the internal environment that it serves to protect and maintain the body of the animal. Mainly it is the body's outer skin. The integumentary system includes skin, hair, scales, feathers ...

11. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › integumentary-systemIntegumentary system: Function, parts, and conditions - Medical...

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    Nov 27, 2023 · The integumentary system comprises the skin, hair, nails, and glands that produce sweat and oil. It is a complex organ that helps protect the body and regulates various essential processes.