peeling
Peeling (noun) means the act of removing an outer layer or skin. Example: “Peeling all these potatoes will take a while.”
How to use peeling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the process of stripping off a skin, or the discarded strips themselves.
Word forms
peelings plural
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_____ all these potatoes will take a while.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “peeling” mean?
The word “peeling” means the act of removing an outer layer or skin. In plain terms, either the process of stripping off a skin, or the discarded strips themselves.
How do you pronounce “peeling”?
“Peeling” is pronounced PEE-lihng (/ˈpiːlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peeling” in a sentence?
Here is “peeling” used in a sentence: “Peeling all these potatoes will take a while.”
What part of speech is “peeling”?
“Peeling” is a noun.
Is “peeling” a common word?
“Peeling” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “peeling” have?
“Peeling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of removing an outer layer or skin.