Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
casca
noun
/ˈkɑːskə/
Definition
the outer covering or skin of something, particularly of fruits or nuts.
Examples
- The casca of an orange is bright and pebbly.
- When eating a coconut, you must first crack open the hard casca.
- Some fruits, like apples, have a thin casca that can be eaten.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘casca’ refers mainly to the peel or shell that protects the inner part of a fruit or nut.
Synonyms
- peel
- shell
- husk