Synonyms for Peel (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (the tissue forming the hard outer layer (of e.g. a fruit)):
rind, skin
WordNet sense 2 (British politician (1788-1850)):
Robert Peel, Sir Robert Peel
WordNet sense 3 (strip the skin off):
pare
WordNet sense 4 (come off in flakes or thin small pieces):
flake, peel off, flake off
WordNet sense 5 (get undressed):
disrobe, strip, unclothe, undress, discase, uncase, strip down
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