Crossword clue: a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected

The most common answer is agnail (6 letters).

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agnail 6 letters wn-def

a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected

hangnail 8 letters wn-def

a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected