Hangnail

usgb/ˈhæŋneɪl/
noun

A small piece of skin close to a fingernail or toenail that is torn and may be painful.

I have a hangnail on my thumb and it's quite painful.
Visual representation of "hangnail" - A small piece of skin close to a fingernail or toenail that is torn and may be painful.

Often appears as...

  • painful hangnail
  • pick at a hangnail
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Pain Reference

‘Hangnail’ often indicates discomfort or pain associated with the skin by the nails.

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She winced as she accidentally touched the hangnail.
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Common Problem

Using 'hangnail' usually refers to a common minor injury, not a serious condition.

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Hangnails happen frequently during winter.
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Casual Context

The term 'hangnail' is informal and used in everyday conversations.

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Can you get me some ointment for this hangnail?
Visual representation of the word "Hangnail"

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