Definition

Having a texture or appearance similar to that of skin.

Example

The fabric used in the jacket has a skinlike quality that makes it very comfortable to wear.

Conversation

I just got this new lotion that claims to make your skin feel skinlike.

Really? I've heard that those kinds of products can be hit or miss.

Yeah, but this one actually feels pretty good; my hands are super soft now!

That's awesome! I should try it if it makes such a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skinlike → It is formed from "skin" (from Old Norse *skinn*, meaning the outer covering of an animal) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "skinlike" means resembling or similar to skin.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'similar to' ('-like') the 'outer covering' ('skin') of an animal — that's what skinlike means.

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