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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  • Dry winter air can leave you with cracked, peeling skin, gritty eyes, and a scratchy throat.
    Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Paint is peeling from the walls, the layout is awkward, and the atmosphere isn't helped by stark fluorescent lights and hospital-like tiles on the floor.
    Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Jan. 2026
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“Husking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husking. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.

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