Skin Definition & Meaning

skin
noun
  1. a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch; "your skin is the largest organ of your body"
  2. an outer surface (usually thin); "the skin of an airplane"
  3. body covering of a living animal
  4. a person's skin regarded as their life; "he tried to save his skin"
  5. the rind of a fruit or vegetable
  6. a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal
verb
  1. climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling
  2. bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of; "The boy skinned his knee when he fell"
  3. remove the bark of a tree
  4. strip the skin off; "pare apples"

"Skin" in song lyrics

See how skin is used in real songs:

  • "J'suis barbare sur ma red skin"
    113 — Au Summum
  • "Dug in, I'm done with this skin"
    2Mex — Shades of Orange
  • "Sheddin your gear like a snake does a skin"
    3rd Bass — Problem Child

Words that rhyme with skin

Usage tips for "skin"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "skin" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for skin to find words that pair well.

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