Meaning & Definition of word "Flesh"

noun:

• 1. The soft tissue of the body that covers the bones and organs, composed of muscles and fat.
  • Example: The surgeon carefully removed the damaged flesh to repair the underlying tissue.
• 2. Human or animal body tissues, especially when referring to the meat or muscle part.
  • Example: The chef marinated the flesh of the fish before grilling it.
• 3. The physical or body aspect of a person as contrasted with the spirit or soul.
  • Example: He believed that the spirit was eternal, while the flesh was temporary.

verb:

• 1. To give the first growth or to bring into flesh; to make or cause to grow.
  • Example: The designer wanted to flesh out her ideas before presenting them to the team.
• 2. To furnish with flesh; to put on flesh.
  • Example: The artist needed to flesh the character out with more detail to make it believable.