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1. Spread by opening the leaves of
    
2. Cast off in scales, laminae, or splinters
    
3. Remove the surface, in scales or laminae
    
4. Come off in a very thin piece
    
5. Grow by producing or unfolding leaves
   "plants exfoliate"

Derived forms: exfoliating, exfoliates, exfoliated

See also: exfoliation

Type of: break away, break off, cast, cast off, chip, chip off, come off, drop, grow, open, peel off, shake off, shed, spread, spread out, throw, throw away, throw off, unfold

Encyclopedia: Exfoliate