Synonyms of peeling

peeling

verb

present participle of peel

as in barking

to remove the natural covering of

she peels apples with lightning speed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• barking
• husking
• scaling
• stripping
• exposing
• shelling
• shucking
• skinning
• baring
• hulling
• flaying
• paring
• denuding

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of peeling

And if your bag is cracked, peeling, or otherwise damaged, replace it rather than risk pieces of the material getting into your food. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2026

This was the photographer’s equivalent of peeling potatoes on KP duty. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 Nov. 2026

The work wrapped up behind schedule at more than 10 times that cost, after algae blooms and a peeling blue liner forced crews to drain it again in July. — Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

But the president continues to repeat false claims that vandalism — rather than shoddy workmanship — was to blame for a new blue surface peeling away. — Michelle L. Price, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

In this treatment, Miracle Broth and Miracle Broth Oil soothe the skin during the peeling process, carried out by a resurfacing mix of AHAs, BHA, and PHAs. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026

A little heavy cream rounds it all out—no peeling, roasting, or blender required. — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026

Surface of bottom shelf of the preparation tables near the fryers and grill are peeling creating a surface that is not smooth nor easily cleanable. — Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026

Peel-and-stick tiles do not fare well in high-traffic or moisture-prone areas, and are prone to dents, scratches, discoloration, peeling, and shifting if the adhesive is damaged. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 19 Oct. 2026