Peeling (Noun)
Meaning
Loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The doctor examined the peeling on my skin and prescribed a moisturizer to soothe the dryness.
- As the winter weather approached, my hands started to show signs of peeling, and I had to apply lotion frequently.
- After spending too much time in the sun, her skin was experiencing peeling and she was experiencing discomfort.
- The peeling on his fingers was painful and made it difficult for him to hold onto objects.
- The peeling of dead skin on his feet was a sign of his eczema flare-up and required immediate attention.