Definitions

1. verb

to criticize severely, to strip or remove the skin or outer layer of something

“The politician’s policies were widely excoriated by the opposition.”

2. verb

to remove the skin or outer layer of something, such as a tree or a wound

“The surgeon had to excoriate the wound to clean it properly.”

3. noun

a wound or an area of skin that has been stripped or removed

“The excoriation on her arm was painful to look at.”

4. verb

to criticize or attack someone in a harsh or violent way

“The media excoriated the company for its role in the scandal.”