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2 | 41% | 11 | Shop that offers nail care, nail art, and nail extensions | |
3 | 40% | 11 | Skin barrier around the nail | |
Skin Around The Nail Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CUTICLE" which means:
- noun
- • The dead skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail
- • The outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface of vertebrates
- • Hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles
An example sentence would be:
- • "She always pushes back her cuticles before applying nail polish."
- • "The cuticle acts as a protective layer for plants, preventing water loss."
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The Guardian Speedy28 Oct 2007 | Down 14 | |
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