What does PEELS mean?

Parts of Speech

Peels is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

As a verb, peels means to remove the outer layer of something, usually a fruit or vegetable. As a noun, peels refers to the outer layer of something that has been removed, usually a fruit or vegetable.

Pronunciations

US: /pils/

UK: /piːlz/

Origin and Usage

The word "peel" comes from the Middle English word "pelen," which means to strip off the outer layer. The verb form of "peel" has been in use since the 14th century, while the noun form has been in use since the 17th century. Peeling fruits and vegetables is a common practice in cooking, and the term "peels" is often used to refer to the discarded outer layer.

Synonyms

As a verb: skin, pare, strip, shave. As a noun: rind, skin, husk, shell.

Related Words

peers, peles, pelts, pales, poles.

Example Sentences

• She peels the apple before slicing it.
• He carefully peeled the skin off the potato.
• The peels from the oranges were used to make a fragrant tea.
• After peeling the bananas, she added them to the smoothie.