to the quick



to the quick

1. To the exposed flesh, especially that which is tender. I've bitten my fingernails to the quick, and still, I can't stop myself!
2. To the deepest, most fragile part of oneself. Typically used to describe emotional wounds. I can't even look at her right now—that hurtful remark cut me right to the quick.
See also: quick

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Bion-Ancient Greek
SatanSAY-tən (English)Theology, Biblical, Biblical Hebrew
DuŠAna-Czech, Serbian, Croatian, Slovak
NaomhÁN-Irish, Scottish
KaidenKAY-dənEnglish (Modern)
Edu-Portuguese