exfoliate
US /eksˈfoʊ.li.eɪt/
UK /eksˈfoʊ.li.eɪt/
1.
exfoliar, descamar
to wash or rub the surface of the body with a rough substance or device to remove dead cells
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She uses a scrub to exfoliate her skin twice a week.
Ella usa un exfoliante para exfoliar su piel dos veces por semana.
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It's important to exfoliate regularly for healthy skin.
Es importante exfoliar regularmente para una piel sana.
2.
exfoliarse, descamarse
(of a material) to come off in scales or layers
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The old paint began to exfoliate from the wall.
La pintura vieja comenzó a exfoliarse de la pared.
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Certain rocks will exfoliate due to weathering.
Ciertas rocas se exfoliarán debido a la meteorización.