English dictionary
hangnail
/'h/&//N/,n/eI/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected
Synonyms agnailSource: WordNet 3.0
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A small piece or sliver of skin which hangs loose, near the root of a finger nail.
Source: webster1913