noun
exfoliation
Exfoliation (noun) means the flaking away of thin layers from something such as bone or rock.
noun
1
The flaking away of thin layers from something such as bone or rock.
2
The rubbing away of dead skin, done as a beauty treatment.
3
The shedding of leaves by a plant.
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Etymology
Comes from Latin exfoliare (to remove leaves).
Synonyms
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Rhymes for exfoliation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of exfoliation?
"exfoliation" (noun) means the flaking away of thin layers from something such as bone or rock.
What is another word for exfoliation?
Other words for "exfoliation" include scurf, scale.
What are the different meanings of exfoliation?
"exfoliation" has 3 main meanings: 1. The flaking away of thin layers from something such as bone or rock; 2. The rubbing away of dead skin, done as a beauty treatment; 3. The shedding of leaves by a plant.
