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Skin

Definition:

Skin refers to the external covering of the body in humans and animals.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. The outer layer of tissue forming the physical boundary of the body.
2. The natural or pigmented outer covering of certain fruits, vegetables, or foods.

Sample Sentences:

1. She has sensitive skin that easily gets sunburned.

2. The banana's skin turned yellow when it ripened.

Verb:

1. To remove the skin or outer covering of something.
2. (Slang) To cheat or defraud.

Sample Sentences:

1. Please skin the chicken before cooking it.

2. Be careful not to get skinned in that business deal.

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