rind

noun

ˈrīnd How to pronounce rind (audio)
 dialectal  ˈrīn
1
: the bark of a tree
2
: a usually hard or tough outer layer : peel, crust
rinded adjective

Examples of rind in a Sentence

the rind of a watermelon the rind of a cheese
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Both types of cheese rinds can be used in soups and broths, but Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese has extra thick and flavorful rinds thanks to how it's made. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025 Before delighting in your main squeeze, wash whole citrus fruits before cutting, then use a knife or your clean hands to slice or peel away the rind (including the white pith), Brekke suggests. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Jan. 2025 The rind has the texture of a soft woodear mushroom. Betty Hallock, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024 Baked Brie With Pecans and Pepper Jelly ¼ cup pecan halves 1 (5-ounce) wheel brie cheese, top rind removed (see note) 3 tablespoons red pepper jelly Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste Rosemary or thyme, for garnish Crackers or toasted baguette, for serving Heat oven to 350 degrees. Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rind 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German rinda bark, and probably to Old English rendan to rend

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rind was before the 12th century

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“Rind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rind. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

rind

noun
: the bark of a tree
also : a usually hard or tough outer layer (as the skin of a fruit)

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