scab
noun
the incrustation that forms over a sore or wound during healing.
scabbing
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present participleof scab.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The rash goes through several stages which include flat spots, raised spots, blisters and then scabbing.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
The wound oozes and scabbing cracks the skin.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 24, 2023
In the photos taken by investigators soon after Suzanne’s disappearance on Mother’s Day that year, there are three abrasions or cuts scabbing over, Rohrich said, Fox 21 reported.
From Fox News ● Aug. 23, 2021
In effect, to use the vulgar term, we were scabbing on our future selves.
From Slate ● Sep. 14, 2016
“I’m all done. It will hurt a little tomorrow and may bleed a bit during the scabbing stage, but you should be fine.”
From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos
