peel off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To remove (an outer layer or covering, such as clothing).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To drive away, especially at a fast speed; to peel rubber.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “peel off” mean?
To separate off from the main body, to move off to one side; as in troop movements on a parade ground or an organized retreat, or columns in a procession.
Is “peel off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.