The soft substance consisting of muscle and fat that is found between the skin and bones of an animal or human body. noun
The butcher trimmed the excess flesh from the meat.
He felt the cold wind against his bare flesh.
The edible part of a fruit or vegetable, especially when it is soft and juicy. noun
The flesh of the peach was sweet and juicy.
She scooped out the flesh of the avocado to make guacamole.
To add more details or information to something in order to make it more complete or comprehensive. verb
The writer needed to flesh out the characters in her novel.
He asked her to flesh out her proposal with more data.
The human body as opposed to the spirit or soul, often used in a religious or philosophical context. noun
Many religions teach about the struggle between the flesh and the spirit.
He believed that the desires of the flesh should be controlled.
The skin or surface of the human body, especially when it is exposed. noun
She wore a dress that revealed a lot of flesh.
The sunburn left his flesh red and sore.