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scurf

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Main Entry: scurf
Pronunciation: \ˈskərf\
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Icelandic skurfa scurf; akin to Old High German scorf scurf, Old English sceorfan to scarify
Date: before 12th century

1 : thin dry scales detached from the epidermis especially in an abnormal skin condition; specifically : dandruff
2 a : something like flakes or scales adhering to a surface b : the foul remains of something adherent
3 a : a scaly deposit or covering on some plant parts; also : a localized or general darkening and roughening of a plant surface usually more pronounced than russeting b : a plant disease characterized by scurf

scurfy \ˈskər-fē\ adjective


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