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–noun
1.
the scales or small shreds of epidermis that are continually exfoliated from the skin.
2.
any scaly matter or incrustation on a surface.
Origin:
bef. 1000;
ME, OE < ON
skurfa
scurf, crust
Related forms:
scurflike,
adjective
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Main Entry:
scurf
Pronunciation:
'sk&rf
Function:
noun
:
thin dry scales detached from the epidermis especially in an abnormal skin condition;
specifically
:
DANDRUFF
—
scurfy
/'sk&r-fE/
adjective
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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scurf
(skûrf)
n.
Scaly or shredded dry skin, such as that which occurs as dandruff.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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