flesh
/flɛʃ/
Meanings
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noun
The soft inner part of an animal's body, mainly consisting of muscle, fat, and other soft tissues.
- "The butcher cut the meat from the flesh of the cow."
- "The doctor examined the patient's flesh for any signs of infection."
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noun
In literature and art, a term used to describe the physical or sensory aspects of a character or scene.
- "The poet described the beauty of the rose's flesh in vivid detail."
- "The painting depicted the texture and color of the model's flesh realistically."
Pronunciation
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/flɛʃ/
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Rhymes
Words rhyming with fleshcheese , ease , leases , pleases , seize , tease
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
Flesh (English) : Soft inner part of an animal's body
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Flesh (English) : To clothe or cover (something)
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Flesh (English) : To make something into a solid form
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Flesh (English) : To expose (something) to the elements
Variants
List of all variants of flesh that leads to same resultflesh , fleshes , in the flesh , fleshed , fleshing , flesh and blood , flesh and bloods , flesh-colored , flesh-eating , flesh-eating bacteria , flesh-eating bacterium , flesh-eating disease , flesh-eating diseases , flesh flies , flesh fly , flesh-pressing , flesh-pressings , flesh wound , flesh wounds
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).flesh, fleshes, fleshed, fleshing
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Old English 'flesc', related to 'fleasen' meaning 'to loosen, slip'. The word likely comes from the idea of the soft, yielding nature of flesh.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Humans have about 600 muscles, which make up approximately 40% of our body weight.
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The thickest layer of flesh on an animal is usually the hide, which can be up to 2 inches thick in some cases.
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The word 'flesh' is also used in computer graphics to describe the appearance and texture of 3D models.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Anatomy: The study of the structure and function of the body's tissues, including flesh.
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Butchery: The process of preparing and cutting up meat, including flesh.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Flesh has been a significant part of human culture throughout history. It has been used as a symbol of life, sensuality, and mortality in various forms of art, literature, and religion. In some cultures, the consumption of human flesh is considered taboo or even criminal.
How to Memorize "flesh"
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visualize
- Close your eyes and imagine a piece of raw meat. Now, focus on the soft, yielding texture and the way it might feel and look when cut or cooked.
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associate
- Associate the word 'flesh' with the feeling of a steak sizzling on a grill or the texture of a ripe peach.
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mnemonics
- Create a mental image of a 'Flesh-tank', where all the soft, squishy parts of an animal are stored.
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