flesh
//flɛʃ//
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.
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.