decortication

Noun

Meaning

The act of stripping off the bark, rind, hull, or outer coat.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

shell altogether nudity shelling undress molting exfoliation depilation denudation bareness excoriation husking desquamation bowls dishabille
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Hypernyms

operation surgery surgical procedure surgical operation surgical process

Related terms

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Close letter words and terms

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