Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Cuticle.
Cuticle - as a noun
The dead skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail
The outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface of vertebrates
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
epidermis14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stratum9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carapace14shell8shield10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
scute7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She always pushes back her cuticles before applying nail polish."
"The cuticle acts as a protective layer for plants, preventing water loss."
"My cuticles are dry and need some moisturizer."
"The nail technician gently trims the excess cuticle using a cuticle clipper."
"Insects have a waxy cuticle that helps prevent desiccation."
Word Game Points
Is CUTICLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cuticle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CUTICLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CUTICLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cuticle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCUTICLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is CUTICLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cuticle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCUTICLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
