Synonyms for

Skins

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

Definition

The outer layer of an animal's body that covers the muscles and bones.

Synonyms & similar words

pare bark pelt struggle skin hide clamber scramble sputter shinny shin cutis scrape tegument peel hide pelt leather fur epidermis dermis pelage coat cuticle rind shell covering case wrapper envelope husk peel sheath casing wrap

Synonyms by register

Formal

hide pelt epidermis integument

Informal

peel rind husk

Literary

couverture mantle

Antonyms

insides interior core innards guts

Common collocations

  • animal skins
  • human skin
  • tight skin
  • thin skin
  • thick skin
  • shedding skin
  • skin care
  • skin tone

Word family

noun skin
verb skin
adjective skinny

Usage note

While 'skin' can refer to the outer covering of animals, it is most commonly used for the outer layer of the human body. Be mindful of context when using it for animal coverings.

Example sentences

  1. The hunter sold the deer skins to the tanner.
  2. The snake sheds its skin.
  3. The football team wore matching skins during practice.
  4. The fur on the cat's skin was soft and fluffy.
  5. The lizard's skin was covered in scales.

Quotes

  • I feel like a million bucks in my own skin.
  • Beauty is not just skin deep.
  • The best foundation you can wear is glowing healthy skin.

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