flesh Synonyms
Another word for flesh
• noun (Context 1)
The soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones of a human or an animal.
"The thorn tore through his shirt and scratched the tissue of his arm."
• noun (Context 2)
The soft, pulpy, edible part of a fruit or vegetable, situated inside the skin or rind and surrounding the stone or seeds.
"Cut the ripe mango open and scoop out the sweet yellow pulp."
• verb (Context 3)
To give substance, fuller detail, or a more complete form to a plan, outline, or character (usually used with 'out').
"The author needs to fill out out the protagonist's backstory in the second chapter."
• noun (Context 4)
The physical human body together with its material needs, sensual appetites, and mortal weaknesses, especially as contrasted with the soul or spirit.
"The ascetic monk sought to renounce the temptations of the body."
• verb (Context 5)
To scrape or remove adhering flesh and fat from the underside of an animal hide or pelt in preparation for tanning.
"The tanner carefully fleshed the deerskin on a wooden beam before soaking it."
Opposites of flesh
The opposite of flesh shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: