cuticle
noun
the nonliving epidermis that surrounds the edges of the fingernail or toenail.
cuticles
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pluralof cuticle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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He said he had been using a microscope to analyse the cuticles, and different layers of the bear's fur as well as its DNA.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
The Outset Botanical Barrier Rescue Balm started out as a lip balm but I was using it on my cuticles and flyaways, so we made it enormous.
From New York Times ● May 9, 2024
In addition to shelly components, it contains extremely rare soft elements such as digestive systems and cuticles, in a remarkable state of preservation.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 9, 2024
You can also take care of your scalp – a clean, healthy scalp leads to healthy hair cuticles.
From Scientific American ● Aug. 16, 2023
“There is always at least one transfer who doesn’t make it to the compound,” says Eric, picking at his cuticles.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
