skinless
Americanadjective
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deprived of skin.
a skinless carcass.
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(of frankfurters or sausages) having no casing.
Etymology
Origin of skinless
First recorded in 1300–50, skinless is from the Middle English word skinles. See skin, -less
Example Sentences
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There’s a teleportation device, a handsome demon played by LaKeith Stanfield and skinless stop-motion humans.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs keeps the meat moist and adds richness.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2023
This beloved interpretation from Pierre Franey stars boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are quickly seared in a skillet and then coated in a tangy, easy pan sauce.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2023
Whether you're a dark meat evangelist or a fan of a boneless and skinless chicken breast, slow cookers consistently yield a juicy, tender bird without any of the fuss.
From Salon ● Feb. 6, 2023
Mrs. Smeath turns and looks at me, a skinless potato in her left hand, the knife in her right.
From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood
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