Zest

PEEL

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Zest" often refers to the outer rind of citrus fruits, which is where the flavorful oils are found. In this clue, it’s hinting at the action of removing that rind—what you’d call the "peel." The wordplay is straightforward: "zest" describes the part you scrape off, and "peel" is the common term for that outer layer. Think of grating lemon peel for a recipe.