Phrase guide

second skin

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Describing something which so perfectly suits one that one does not notice it.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Near-synonym: one's element.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: one's element

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

Describing clothing that is extremely form-fitting.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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