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
Recent Examples on the Web Expect hints of citrus rind, peach skin, apricot and wild herbs wrapped around a core of acidity that gives the wine a tight focus. Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2024 The drink features 100% agave tequila, chili liqueur and a watermelon rind cordial. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 21 Jan. 2024 The colors of sliced watermelon – with red pulp, green-white rind, and black seeds – are the same as those on the Palestinian flag. Anna Furman, The Christian Science Monitor, 17 Jan. 2024 If the cantaloupe become moldy or damaged, the bacteria can move from the outside of the rind to the inner layer or into the flesh. Jonel Aleccia, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2023 Crisp aromas of sultanas, citrus fruit, red plums and orange rind. Tom Mullen, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024 First, scoop the watermelon from the rind into a blender. Brandon Rasmussen, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2024 They’re braised for hours, directly in their soaking liquid, with Parmigiano-Reggiano rinds, bay leaves and fresh thyme sprigs. Eric Kim, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2024 The edible rind is also mild, so that every bite is like a new taste. Christopher Michel, Country Living, 30 Aug. 2023

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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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Cite this Entry

“Rind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rind. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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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