flaking

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

Translation

n.a thin piece that has come off a surface
v.the action of coming off in flakes

Phrases & Collocations

flaking paint

flaking skin

flaking plaster

flaking nails

flaking chocolate

flaking coating

flaking wallpaper

flaking finish

flaking surface

flaking dough

Example Sentences

the paint on the wall is flaking off.

she noticed the skin on her hands was flaking.

the old tiles are flaking and need to be replaced.

flaking paint can be a sign of moisture damage.

he found flaking chocolate on the dessert.

the tree's bark was flaking away.

flaking skin can be uncomfortable and itchy.

after the winter, the paint on the porch was flaking.

he applied lotion to prevent flaking skin.

the flaking plaster revealed the brick underneath.

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