peeling
UK: ˈpiːlɪŋ | US: ˈpiːlɪŋ
n. the act of removing the outer layer of something (e.g., fruit, skin)
n. the outer layer that has been removed (e.g., potato peelings)
v. present participle of "peel" (to remove an outer layer)
The word "peeling" derives from the verb "peel," which originated from the Old French peler (to remove the outer layer) and Latin pilare (to strip hair). The suffix "-ing" forms a noun or present participle, indicating the action or result of peeling. The morpheme "peel" retains its core meaning of stripping away layers, while "-ing" adapts it to describe the process or outcome.
She was peeling an apple with a sharp knife.
The peeling of the old paint revealed a beautiful wooden surface.
Potato peelings can be composted for garden use.
His sunburn led to painful skin peeling.
The machine automates the peeling of oranges for juice production.