thick-skinned
[ thik-skind ]
adjective
having a thick skin.
insensitive or hardened to criticism, reproach, rebuff, etc.
Origin of thick-skinned
1First recorded in 1535–45
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British Dictionary definitions for thick-skinned
thick-skinned
adjective
insensitive to criticism or hints; not easily upset or affected
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