flesh

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Noun

1

The soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones of a human or animal body.

The lion tore into the flesh of its prey.

2

The soft edible part of a fruit or vegetable.

The flesh of the peach was sweet and juicy.

3

The physical or bodily nature of humans, as opposed to the spirit or soul.

The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.

4

Human skin, especially when referring to its color or appearance.

Her dress matched the color of her flesh.

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Verb

1

To add substance or detail to something; to flesh out.

We need to flesh out the proposal with more specific examples.

2

To remove flesh from a hide or skin.

The tanner fleshed the hide to prepare it for leather.

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