peeling

(noun, verb)

noun

1. loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales

Similar word(s): desquamation, shedding

Definition categories: phenomenon

Sentences with peeling as a noun:

- Peeling a hard-boiled egg takes practice.

- She flavored the broth with vegetable peelings.

verb

1. present participle of peel