thick skin

See also: thickskin

English

Etymology

thick + skin

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Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /θɪk ˈskɪn/
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Noun

(idiomatic) Ability to take criticism or harsh behavior without being easily offended.
Used other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see thick,‎ skin.

Related terms

thick-skinned

Translations

the ability to take criticism

Chinese:
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Finnish: paksunahkaisuus

Further reading

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