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Definition peel off in British English

peel off phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to remove a tight or wet piece of clothing

Example

The kids peeled off their wet clothes.

Synonyms and related words
change disrobe divest yourself of something
2

to start moving in a different direction from the people or vehicles that you are with

Example

One by one the aircraft started to peel off.

Synonyms and related words
back away draw back part
Definition peel off in British English