flesh (n.)

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

  2. alternative names for the body of a human being; Leonardo studied the human body; he has a strong physique; the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak

    [ Syn: human body , physical body , material body , soma , build , figure , physique , anatomy , shape , bod , chassis , frame , form ]

  3. a soft moist part of a fruit

    [ Syn: pulp ]

    flesh (v.)

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

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