Skin ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Skin ( noun )

1. The thin layer of tissue forming the natural outer covering of the body of a person or animal.
2. The natural outer covering of a fruit, vegetable, or cheese.
3. The hide of an animal, especially when used as a material for clothing or footwear.
4. A person's complexion or coloration of the face.
5. A thin layer or coating on the surface of an object.

Origin:

Old english scinn, sceinn, of germanic origin; related to dutch schin and german schiene.

Examples:

1. He has sensitive skin.
2. She had a sunburn on her skin.
3. The apple had a thin skin.
4. He was wearing a jacket made of sheepskin.
5. The paint left a skin on the water surface.

(As a verb)

Skin ( verb )

1. The thin layer of tissue forming the natural outer covering of the body of a person or animal.
2. The natural outer covering of a fruit, vegetable, or cheese.
3. The hide of an animal, especially when used as a material for clothing or footwear.
4. A person's complexion or coloration of the face.
5. A thin layer or coating on the surface of an object.

Origin:

Old english scinn, sceinn, of germanic origin; related to dutch schin and german schiene.

Examples:

1. He has sensitive skin.
2. She had a sunburn on her skin.
3. The apple had a thin skin.
4. He was wearing a jacket made of sheepskin.
5. The paint left a skin on the water surface.