Definition

A thin layer of skin or membrane, often found on the surface of something.

Example

The doctor carefully removed the blype from the wound to promote healing.

Conversation

I accidentally scraped my knee while playing soccer yesterday.

Ouch, that sounds painful! Did you get a blype on it?

Yeah, I think there’s a little blype forming now.

Make sure to clean it well; those can be annoying.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'blype' originates from Old English 'blīpe', meaning a small piece or fragment, particularly of something that has been broken or torn. It refers to a small, often insignificant part of a larger whole.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'piece' or 'fragment' — that's what 'blype' means, a little part of something larger.

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