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skins

Pronunciation: [skɪnz]

Word

Learn how to use skins in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) the outer covering of an animal or human. It protects what is inside, like your body, and keeps everything safe.

Example

My skin gets a bit darker when I spend time in the sun.

Example

Her skin didn't feel rough; it was very smooth instead.

Example

Why do people have different colors of skin?

Context: “games”

(noun) a special look or design for a character or item in a video game. It makes things look different and cool without changing how they work.

Example

He earned a new skin for his character after completing the challenge.

Example

She didn't like the skin they offered in the game; it was plain and boring.

Example

What is your favorite skin to use in the game?

Context: “food”

(noun) the outer layer of fruits and vegetables. It protects what's inside and can sometimes be eaten.

Example

I love the crunchiness of the apple skin when I eat it.

Example

He didn't eat the skin of the potato because he thought it would taste bad.

Example

Do you usually peel the skin off vegetables before cooking?

Context: “removal”

(verb) to take off the outer layer of something. Like when you peel a fruit or remove a covering.

Example

She skins the tomatoes before adding them to the sauce.

Example

He doesn't skin the fish; he cooks it with the skin on.

Example

Can you skin the chicken before we cook it?

How to pronounce skins

Pronunciation: [skɪnz]

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