buccia — meaning in English
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English meaning
- husk noun The dry outer covering of certain fruits, seeds, or vegetables, such as corn.
- peel verb To remove the skin or outer layer from something.
- pod noun A seed case of a plant, especially a legume, that splits open when ripe.
- rind noun The tough outer skin or covering of certain fruits, cheeses, or meats.
- zest noun The outer, colourful peel of a citrus fruit, grated or peeled off for its flavour.
Senses
buccia is used for these senses in English:
- husk The dry, leafy or stringy exterior of certain vegetables or fruits, which must be removed before eating the meat inside.
- peel (usually, uncountable) The skin or outer layer of a fruit, vegetable, etc.
- pod (botany) A seed case for legumes (e.g. peas, beans, peppers); a seedpod.
- rind A hard, tough outer layer, particularly on food such as fruit, cheese, etc
- zest The outer skin of a citrus fruit, used as a flavouring or garnish.
husk — full definition
- noun The dry outer covering of certain fruits, seeds, or vegetables, such as corn.
- noun Any dried-up, hollow, or worthless outer shell of something.
- verb To remove the husk from something.
peel — full definition
- verb To remove the skin or outer layer from something.
- verb To come away in strips or flakes, especially of skin or paint.
- noun The skin or outer layer of a fruit or vegetable.