Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scab
noun
/skab/
Definition
A scab is a protective crust that forms over a wound as it heals.
Examples
- The wound began to heal, and a scab formed over it.
- It’s important not to pick at a scab to prevent infection.
- She watched as the scab gradually fell off, revealing new skin underneath.
Meaning
It often appears as a dry, hard layer that covers a cut or sore.
Synonyms
- crust
- covering
- scabbed-over area
