Peel vs. peal
It’s always a good feeling to receive a message from a friend that includes, among other things, an idea for a Bloody Well Write segment. This short-but-sweet post is a result of just such a message.
Orange peel as art (photo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/shazbot/3180939672/)
Peel = a verb meaning to cut or strip off the outer layer of something, such as the skin of an orange, a heavy sweater, the bark of a tree or the top layer of paint; it’s also a slang term meaning to undress: He peeled off his wet swim trunks and jumped in the shower to wash off the chlorine. It often refers to keeping a lookout for something: Keep your eyes peeled for a bright red VW Beetle. (Slug bug! Whack!)
Peel = a noun meaning the rind or skin of a fruit, such as a grapefruit, banana or apple.
Peal = a noun meaning the loud ringing of a bell or set of bells; it also means any loud, prolonged sound, such as gunfire, thunder or laughter.
Thanks, A.M., for the idea.
Happy trails!
SAK
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I just posted about cucumber peels and the second I hit publish had this lingering doubt about my spelling. Thanks for your post, reassuring me that I do know some basic grammar.
Terrific! Always good to hear that I’m not doing this blogging thing in vain. And, btw, I checked out your blog and loved the current post about finding balance between yoga and running. That’s been my problem, as well. It seems that I’m either into one or the other but can’t seem to find the time to do both with verve. Best of luck in your quest for balance, and please post about it when you figure it all out. Happy trails, indeed!
I searched in Google for peal and I found your blog
Great blog, Respect!