orange peel

• Casca externa da laranja, frequentemente usada na culinária, em doces e como raspas para aromatizar. Também se refere à condição cosmética da pele com aspecto semelhante à textura da casca de laranja.

The outer skin of an orange, often used in cooking, baking, or as a zest for flavoring. Also refers to a cosmetic skin condition resembling the texture of an orange peel.

1. Fruit skinA1formal

   The outer rind or skin of an orange fruit.

   Casca de laranja

   • She grated some orange peel into the cake batter.
   • The orange peel can be used to make candied zest.
   • He threw the orange peel into the compost bin.

2. Skin texture conditionB2formal

   A cosmetic term describing skin that has a dimpled, uneven texture resembling the surface of an orange peel, often associated with cellulite.

   Casca de laranja

   • Many creams claim to reduce the appearance of orange peel skin.
   • The dermatologist explained that orange peel texture is common on thighs.
   • Regular exercise can help minimize orange peel skin.