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windburn
[ wind-burn ]
/ ˈwɪndˌbɜrn /
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noun
an inflammation of the skin, especially that of the face and hands, caused by overexposure to the wind.
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British Dictionary definitions for windburn
windburn
/ (ˈwɪndˌbɜːn) /
noun
irritation and redness of the skin caused by prolonged exposure to winds of high velocity
Derived forms of windburn
windburnt or windburned, adjectiveCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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