scarring

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noun

scar·​ring ˈskär-iŋ How to pronounce scarring (audio)
Synonyms of scarringnext
: the formation or appearance of a scar or of multiple scars on the skin or other bodily tissue after a wound has healed
an injury that resulted in a lot of scarring on his leg
facial/corneal scarring
Overly aggressive facials—especially on people with very sensitive skin or acne—can result in scarring, worsened breakouts and broken capillaries,—Liz Brody
The redness, scarring, and hyperpigmentation of deep inflammatory acne lesions frequently lessen in two or three years.—Elizabeth A. Abel et al.

scarring

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present participle of scar entry 2

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The benefit of less radiation is less time away from family and work and a better cosmetic result, because whole breast radiation can cause scarring and breast asymmetry. — Carolyn Gusoff, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 For more serious scarring, dermatologists can recommend more aggressive treatments such as lasers that probe deeper into the skin. — Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026 This was a scarring experience for the socially insecure MAGA set, and Fox News covered the moderately newsworthy incident with the same zeal as CNN tracking Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026 Avila said the attack left her with severe injuries to her arm and face, extensive scarring, and post-traumatic stress disorder. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for scarring

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First Known Use

Noun

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scarring was in 1847

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“Scarring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scarring. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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