Meaning of 'Thin-skinned'
What does the saying 'Thin-skinned' mean?
Idiom: Thin-skinned
Meaning:
If somebody is thin-skinned, they are very sensitive to any sort of criticism.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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