peeling

noun

peel·​ing ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce peeling (audio)
Synonyms of peelingnext
: a peeled-off piece or strip

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Prosecutors said the peeling that was referenced in Hearn's case was caused by sealant that was sprayed around those joints. — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 31 July 2026 Score the bottom of a peach with a small x, boil for 10 seconds, and plunge in cool water for effortless peeling. — Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026 Cooking foods thoroughly and washing, and if possible peeling, produce helps lower risk. — Eva Flowe july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026 Aside from the peeling of the waterproof coating, the reflecting pool has been plagued by an algae bloom, a persistent problem due to Washington’s high heat during the summer and the pool’s shallow depth, which creates an ideal biological incubator. — Philip Wang, Time, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for peeling

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First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of peeling was in 1598

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peeling

noun
peel·​ing ˈpē-liŋ How to pronounce peeling (audio)
: a peeled-off piece or strip (as of skin or rind)

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