orange peel

noun

: a rough surface (as on porcelain) like that of an orange

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These tiny tarts mix cranberries and orange peel into a delightful pecan tassie recipe. Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 20 Jan. 2026 Strain up into a coupe or cocktail glass and garnish with an orange peel. Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2026 The blend of 3% allantoin and glycerin provides significant hydration to the skin, while orange peel oil acts as a natural antiseptic. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026 Cook, flipping citrus occasionally, until pulp is glassy and/or peels are just slightly translucent, 45 to 60 minutes for orange slices and orange peel, and 20 to 30 minutes for kumquats. Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for orange peel

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orange peel was circa 1909

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“Orange peel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orange%20peel. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

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