husking

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

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peeling
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  • Moore is certainly not the sort of striker who only comes alive when within shooting range, with a high share of his touches being just beyond the halfway line, often when peeling away from his marker to try and find space.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
  • When peeling poblanos, don’t worry if some skin clings; as long as most is removed, the peppers will be tender.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
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“Husking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husking. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.

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