Rind

usgb/raɪnd/
noun

The thick and firm outer layer of some fruits, cheeses, or meats.

He removed the rind before slicing the watermelon.
Visual representation of "rind" - The thick and firm outer layer of some fruits, cheeses, or meats

Often appears as...

  • orange rind
  • lemon rind
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Visual representation of "rind"
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Culinary Uses

The word 'rind' is often used in cooking to refer to the outer layer that might be grated or zested for flavor.

Illustration for Culinary Uses
She grated some orange rind to add zest to the cake.
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Not Always Edible

'Rind' can describe a layer that is not meant to be eaten, such as on hard cheeses or certain melons.

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You should discard the watermelon rind; it's tough and not very tasty.
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Thickness Varies

The thickness of a rind can differ greatly, from the thin skin of an apple to the thick rind of a winter squash.

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The pumpkin had a hard, thick rind that was difficult to cut through.
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