husking

Definition of huskingnext
present participle of husk
as in peeling
to remove the natural covering of the tedious task of husking coconuts

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for husking
peeling
Verb
  • After peeling, they can be eaten raw, stir-fried, or lightly sautéed.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
  • In addition to damage that can occur from gel and acrylic nails, brittleness, thinning, peeling and splitting can also be caused by biting, picking, and harsh chemicals.
    Dominic Cadogan, Glamour, 2 Mar. 2026
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.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Husking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husking. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on husking

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!

More from Merriam-Webster