Definition

To gain weight and become plump or fleshy.

Example

After a few months of eating well, he began to flesh out and look healthier.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I've noticed that I've started to flesh out a bit since I changed my diet.

Really? That's interesting! What did you change?

I added more protein and healthy fats, and it seems to be working.

That's great! It's good to see some positive changes like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The soft tissue that makes up the body of humans and animals, often used to refer to the edible part of fruits and vegetables.

Example

The peach has a sweet and juicy flesh that is perfect for desserts.

Conversation

Have you ever tried eating the flesh of a dragon fruit?

Yeah, it's so sweet and refreshing!

I love how it has that unique texture in your mouth.

Definition

To remove flesh from a hide or to provide substance and detail to something.

Example

The writer fleshed out the story by adding more characters and events.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they flesh the deer after the hunt?

Yeah, it’s impressive how they do that so quickly.

I wonder if they ever get used to the sight of blood.

Root Explanation

The word 'flesh' originates from Old English 'flaesc', meaning the soft substance of the body, particularly in reference to meat or the physical body itself. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German 'fleisch' and Old Norse 'flesk', both meaning meat or flesh.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'flaesc' which refers to the soft substance of the body — this helps you remember that 'flesh' means the soft tissue of living beings.

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