|
|
Definition of Excoriation
1. Noun. An abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off.
Exact synonyms: Abrasion, Scrape, Scratch
Specialized synonyms: Graze, Rope Burn
Generic synonyms: Lesion, Wound
Derivative terms: Abrade, Excoriate, Scrape, Scrape, Scrape, Scratch, Scratch, Scratch, Scratchy
Specialized synonyms: Graze, Rope Burn
Generic synonyms: Lesion, Wound
Derivative terms: Abrade, Excoriate, Scrape, Scrape, Scrape, Scratch, Scratch, Scratch, Scratchy
2. Noun. Severe censure.
Definition of Excoriation
1. n. The act of excoriating or flaying, or state of being excoriated, or stripped of the skin; abrasion.
Definition of Excoriation
1. Noun. The act of excoriating or flaying ¹
2. Noun. The excoriated place or the state of being excoriated, or stripped of the skin; abrasion. ¹
3. Noun. Severe verbal denouncing ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Excoriation
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Excoriation
1. 1. The act of excoriating or flaying, or state of being excoriated, or stripped of the skin; abrasion. 2. Stripping of possession; spoliation. "A pitiful excoriation of the poorer sort." (Howell) Origin: Cf. F. Excoriation. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Excoriation
Other Resources:
