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flesh

/fl/E//S/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

  1. the soft tissue of the body of a vertebrate: mainly muscle tissue and fat

    noun.body

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. alternative names for the body of a human being

    noun.body

    Examples
    The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. a soft moist part of a fruit

    noun.plant

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  4. The aggregate of the muscles, fat, and other tissues which cover the framework of bones in man and other animals; especially, the muscles.

    noun

    Source: webster1913

verb

  1. remove adhering flesh from (hides) when preparing leather manufacture

    verb.possession

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. To feed with flesh, as an incitement to further exertion; to initiate; -- from the practice of training hawks and dogs by feeding them with the first game they take, or other flesh. Hence, to use upon flesh (as a murderous weapon) so as to draw blood, especially for the first time.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

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