exteriorlayers

noun
UK /ɪkˈstɪəriə ˈleɪəz/
US /ɪkˈstɪriər ˈleɪərz/

The outside parts that cover something.

The exterior layers of the onion are dry and papery.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The visible outer parts of a building or structure.

The exterior layers of the old house were painted white.

3. The parts of something that people can see from the outside.

He only showed his exterior layers and kept his feelings hidden.

4. The outer coverings of a fruit or vegetable.

Wash the exterior layers of the apple before eating it.