What is another word for Flense?

Pronunciation: [flˈɛns] (IPA)

Flense, which means to strip or remove the flesh or skin from a carcass, can be replaced with the following synonyms: skin, strip, peel, pare, shave, scrape, and excoriate. These words all carry similar meanings and are often used to describe the process of removing outer layers from an object. While flense is a more specific term, these synonyms can be useful in a variety of contexts, from peeling an apple to skinning a deer. The choice of which synonym to use will depend on the specific object being worked with and the desired level of precision in describing the process.

Synonyms for Flense:

What are the hypernyms for Flense?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Flense

I scarcely believe that in the course of the day we met with a single piece of ice large enough to Flense a seal upon.
"The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II"
A.E. Nordenskieold

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