# peeled

/ˈpiɫd/ (US) · /pˈiːld/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/peeled
Updated: 2026-05-06

## Definition

having the outer skin or layer removed.

For teachers: describes an object, typically a fruit or vegetable, from which the outer skin or rind has been removed. Often functions as a participial adjective in both attributive and predicative positions.

## Examples

- She put the peeled potatoes into the pot of water.
- The recipe requires three large, peeled apples before you begin slicing them for the pie.
- The artist focused on the texture of the peeled orange, capturing the contrast between the rough outer zest and the soft, white pith underneath.

## Pitfalls

- Not "a peel potato" but "a peeled potato" — When used to describe the state of the noun, the past participle form 'peeled' must be used instead of the base verb.

## Usage notes

- Often appears after linking verbs like 'remain' or 'stay' in the idiomatic expression 'keep your eyes peeled'.

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