Definition of Thick-skinned
Thick-skinned
thick-skinned


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(adjective)
tough and hardened, not sensitive to insults or criticism, sometimes to the point of seeming harsh, cruel, or unfeeling;

e.g. He was too thick-skinned to let their rude comments bother him.

(adjective)
having skin that is thick/thickened and often hard;

e.g. If you use thick-skinned potatoes, peel them before cooking to remove any bitterness.



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