rind 
/ˈraɪnd/ noun
plural rinds /ˈraɪnd/ noun 1 : the tough, outer skin of some fruits that is usually removed before the fruit is eaten [count] ▪ an orange rind ▪ the rind of a watermelon [noncount] ▪ grated lemon rind — see color picture 2 [count, noncount] : a tough, outer surface of some foods (such as certain cheeses)
▪ the rind of a cheese ▪ bacon rind — see also pork rind
▪ the rind of a cheese ▪ bacon rind — see also pork rind
