Dictionary Entry
thin skinned
Part of Speech: adjectivePronunciation: /thin-skin-d/Easily offended or upset by criticism or remarks.
In a Sentence
“He's a bit thin-skinned and takes even mild jokes very personally.”
Origin
From the literal idea of having skin that is easily damaged or penetrated.
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