Synonyms for

Skin

Verb / skɪn / Another word for skin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the outer layer of a person's or animal's body

Synonyms & similar words

pare cutis pelt sputter struggle scrape hide shin bark clamber peel scramble tegument shinny epidermis dermis hide pelt pelage fleece fur leather rind membrane coating covering film surface texture finish sheen patina complexion tone

Synonyms by register

Formal

integument membrane epidermis

Informal

hide peel rind

Literary

pellicle coat

Antonyms

inside interior innards guts core

Common collocations

  • soft skin
  • dry skin
  • sensitive skin
  • clear skin
  • skin cancer
  • skin care
  • skin deep
  • skin tone

Word family

noun skin
verb skin
adjective skinny

Usage note

The word 'skin' can also be used informally to mean 'to remove the skin from something' (e.g., 'skin the potatoes'). As an adjective, 'skinny' relates to being thin.

Example sentences

  1. The cat's skin is covered in fur.
  2. I put sunscreen on my skin to protect it from the sun.
  3. My grandma's skin is wrinkly and soft.
  4. The snake's skin felt slimy to the touch.
  5. I accidentally scraped my skin on the rough pavement.

Quotes

  • Beauty is not just skin deep.
  • I have a skin disorder that destroys the pigmentation of my skin, it's something that I cannot help, okay?
  • I really believe that beauty comes from within. When you feel good about yourself, it shows on your skin and in your eyes.

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