“Pealed” or “Peeled”

pealed / peeled are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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pealed

verbring recurrently.

peeled p·IY·l·d

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“pealed”

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“peeled”

…does not need to be peeled to be cooked or fried…
…word πτισάνη (ptisánē), which meant "peeled" barley, in other words pearl…
Ripe bananas are peeled and put in plastic barrels…
…is made commercially by fermenting peeled, mashed, ripe bananas.
Keep Your Eyes Peeled

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