The term PEELS is used to describe the outer layer of a fruit or vegetable. ZESTS, PARES, RINDS, SKINS, STRIPS, and UNDRESSES are all words related to peeling. ZESTS are the thin strips of peel that are removed from citrus fruits. PARES are the thin slices of peel that are removed from apples and other round fruits. RINDS are the thick, tough outer layers of some fruits and vegetables. SKINS are the thin, delicate outer layers of some fruits and vegetables. STRIPS are the long, thin pieces of peel that are removed from cucumbers and other cylindrical fruits and vegetables. UNDRESSES are the entire outer layers of fruits and vegetables that are removed in one piece.