1. (n.) Thin dry scales or scabs upon the body; especially, thin scales exfoliated from the cuticle, particularly of the scalp; dandruff.

2. (n.) Hence, the foul remains of anything adherent.

3. (n.) Anything like flakes or scales adhering to a surface.

4. (n.) Minute membranous scales on the surface of some leaves, as in the goosefoot.

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