peeler
6 synonyms for peeler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A kitchen tool used to remove the skin from fruits and vegetables.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use peeler
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
vegetable peeler
potato peeler
The "police officer" sense is dated British slang, not common in modern speech.
Etymology
The police sense comes from the surname of Sir Robert Peel, who founded London's Metropolitan Police — the same source as the nickname "bobby."
Full origin of peeler →Frequently asked questions
What does “peeler” mean?
The word “peeler” means a kitchen tool used to remove the skin from fruits and vegetables. In plain terms, usually the kitchen gadget for peeling vegetables; also an old-fashioned British word for a police officer.
How do you pronounce “peeler”?
“Peeler” is pronounced PEE-luh (/ˈpiːlɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peeler” in a sentence?
Here is “peeler” used in a sentence: “Use the peeler to take the skin off the carrots.”
What part of speech is “peeler”?
“Peeler” is a noun.
How many meanings does “peeler” have?
“Peeler” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a kitchen tool used to remove the skin from fruits and vegetables.
