hangnail Synonyms
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hangnail Meaning
Wordnet
hangnail (n)
a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected
Webster
hangnail (n.)
A small piece or silver of skin which hangs loose, near the root of finger nail.
hangnail Sentence Examples
- The persistent hangnail was an annoying distraction that constantly interfered with his concentration.
- She bit at her hangnail, reducing it to a painful, raw stub.
- The hangnail on his thumb was so severe it had started to bleed.
- She carefully trimmed her hangnail, but the sharp edges still irritated her skin.
- The hangnail on his pinky finger became infected, requiring antibiotics.
- The hangnail was so large it made it difficult for him to use his hand.
- She tried various remedies to get rid of the hangnail, but nothing seemed to work.
- The hangnail was a constant source of discomfort and embarrassment.
- He sought medical attention for the hangnail, fearing it might become more serious.
- The hangnail was a minor annoyance that could quickly turn into a major problem if left untreated.
FAQs About the word hangnail
a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infectedA small piece or silver of skin which hang
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The persistent hangnail was an annoying distraction that constantly interfered with his concentration.
She bit at her hangnail, reducing it to a painful, raw stub.
The hangnail on his thumb was so severe it had started to bleed.
She carefully trimmed her hangnail, but the sharp edges still irritated her skin.
