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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.

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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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