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exfoliative

/ɛksˈfəʊlɪətɪv/

/ɛksˈfoʊliˌeɪtɪv/

Translations

exfoliativeadjective

more exfoliative

Comp.

most exfoliative

Super.

/ɛksˈfəʊlɪətɪv/

/ɛksˈfoʊliˌeɪtɪv/

The patient was diagnosed with exfoliative dermatitis.

Пациенту был поставлен диагноз эксфолиативный дерматит.

Synonyms

exfoliativeadjective

Relating to the process of shedding or peeling off layers, especially of skin.

The exfoliative properties of the cream help in removing dead skin cells.

Causing the exfoliation of a surface or tissue, especially in a pathological context.

Exfoliative toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus can damage the epidermis.