Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hulling
noun
/ˈhʌl.ɪŋ/
Definition
The process of removing the outer shell or husk from seeds or grains, particularly in the context of food preparation.
Examples
- After hulling the strawberries, we added sugar to them.
- The hulling of rice is essential before cooking it.
- He enjoys the hulling process of peas for the family dinner.
Meaning
Hulling typically refers to the action of stripping away the outer layer of certain foods to make them ready for consumption or further processing.
Synonyms
- shelling
- dehusking
- peeling
