callus

[US]/ˈkæləs/
[UK]/ˈkæləs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To form a callus or callous skin.; To cause a wound to heal by forming a scab.
n.A thickened area of skin, especially on the hands or feet caused by repeated friction or pressure.; A layer of tissue that forms over a wound to promote healing.

Phrases & Collocations

callus remover

callus treatment

callus care

callus formation

callus buildup

callus softener

callus pad

callus file

callus treatment cream

callus prevention

Example Sentences

he developed a callus on his palm from playing the guitar.

wearing tight shoes can cause painful calluses.

she has a callus on her foot from running every day.

regular use of hand tools can lead to calluses.

he needs to file down the callus on his heel.

calluses can protect your skin from blisters.

she used a pumice stone to remove the callus.

calluses often develop on the fingers of musicians.

he was surprised to find a callus on his thumb.

she applied lotion to soften the callus on her foot.

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