transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈskərf ]
noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Icelandic skurfa scurf; akin to Old High German scorf scurf, Old English sceorfan to scarify
Date: before 12th century
1. : thin dry scales detached from the epidermis especially in an abnormal skin condition ; specifically : dandruff
2.
a. : something like flakes or scales adhering to a surface
b. : the foul remains of something adherent
3.
a. : a scaly deposit or covering on some plant parts ; also : a localized or general darkening and roughening of a plant surface usually more pronounced than russeting
b. : a plant disease characterized by scurf
• scurfy ˈskər-fē adjective