Peeled: meaning, definitions and examples

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peeled

 

[ piːld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

food preparation

The term 'peeled' refers to the process of removing the outer layer or skin of fruits or vegetables. This action is often performed to make the food item more palatable, easier to digest, or to enhance its appearance in a dish. For instance, many recipes require fruits to be peeled before they can be used in salads or desserts. Peeling can vary in method; some items require a knife, while others may be easily peeled by hand.

Synonyms

skinned, stripped, uncovered

Examples of usage

  • She peeled the apple before slicing it.
  • The chef peeled the carrots for the soup.
  • Make sure to peel the garlic cloves for the recipe.
  • After the potatoes are peeled, chop them into cubes.

Translations

Translations of the word "peeled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 descascado

🇮🇳 छिलका उतरा हुआ

🇩🇪 geschält

🇮🇩 dikupas

🇺🇦 очищений

🇵🇱 obrany

🇯🇵 皮をむいた

🇫🇷 pelé

🇪🇸 pelado

🇹🇷 soyulmuş

🇰🇷 껍질이 벗겨진

🇸🇦 مقشر

🇨🇿 oloupaný

🇸🇰 olúpaný

🇨🇳 剥皮的

🇸🇮 olupljen

🇮🇸 skræddaður

🇰🇿 қабығы аршылған

🇬🇪 გახეხილი

🇦🇿 qabığı soyulmuş

🇲🇽 pelado

Etymology

The word 'peeled' is derived from the verb 'peel', which has its origins in Old English 'pyle', meaning 'to strip off the outer layer'. This etymology can be traced back to Proto-Germanic roots, where similar terms indicated the act of removing skin or covering from objects. The word has evolved over time to encompass not just the action of removing the skin but also the various applications in cooking and food preparation. Its usage has expanded into idiomatic expressions and metaphors, reflecting the broader cultural significance of preparation and refinement in culinary traditions.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,397, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.