Skin
Meaning
The thin layer of tissue forming the natural outer covering of the body of a person or animal.
Pronunciation
UK skɪn
US skɪn
Example Sentences
- Hippos have big and heavy bodies, dark gray skin, and short legs.
- A common feature of all peafowl are the bare patches of skin which can be found around their eyes.
- Snakes shed their skin a number of times a year in a process that usually lasts a few days.
- Elephants have skin that is about one inch (2.5 [cm]) thick.
- They often cover themselves in mud to protect their skin from the sun and insects.
- That soft cover is your skin.
- Skin covers your whole body.
- Skin also helps you feel touch.
- Hair grows out of your skin.
- Skin, hair, and nails all grow all the time.
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