windburn

noun — 2 senses

windburn

noun

/ˈwɪndbɜː(ɹ)n/

Etymology From wind + burn.

1

Medicine, Sciences An irritation of the skin caused by exposure to the wind.

2

Damage to a plant caused by cold and windy conditions that dry out the leaves.

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