thick skin
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See also: thickskin
English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
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Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
- (idiomatic) Ability to take criticism or harsh behavior without being easily offended.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see thick, skin.
Related terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
the ability to take criticism
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Further reading[edit]
- “thick skin”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.