peeling

present participle of peel
as in barking
to remove the natural covering of she peels apples with lightning speed

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Examples Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of peeling Dry air, combined with nonstop handwashing, takes its toll, ravaging cuticles and leaving them split and peeling—a scenario that’s not cutesy, not demure, and definitely not comfortable either. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024 Strengthen nails with the OPI Nail Envy Original nail strengthener, which uses Tri-Flex Technology to protect against chipping and peeling. Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024 How to treat—and prevent—a peeling, flaking nose What works for you depends on what, exactly, is triggering your symptoms—and a dermatologist is your best bet for providing that answer. Jenna Ryu, SELF, 4 Dec. 2024 Find a long video of a grandma peeling potatoes and watch the entire thing. Meghana Indurti, The New Yorker, 3 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peeling 

Thesaurus Entries Near peeling

Cite this Entry

“Peeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peeling. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on peeling

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!