scurf

/sɜrf/

Definitions

1. noun

a scaly or crusty sore, typically on the skin, caused by a bacterial or fungal infection

“She had to cover the scurfs on her skin before going to the pool.”

2. verb

to cover or conceal something, typically with a crust or scaly material

“The tree bark scurfed over with age.”

Synonyms

  • crust
  • scab

Antonyms

  • clear
  • heal