Odlupovat

Odlupovat is a Slovak verb that translates to "to peel off" or "to shed" in English. It describes the process of removing an outer layer from something, often gradually or in pieces. This can apply to a variety of contexts, both literal and figurative.

In a literal sense, "odlupovat" can refer to the peeling of skin, such as a sunburned person shedding dead skin cells. It can also describe the process of peeling paint from a surface or bark from a tree. Fruits and vegetables are often peeled using this verb, like "odlupovat pomaranč" (to peel an orange).

Figuratively, "odlupovat" can denote a gradual revelation or uncovering of something hidden. For example, one might "odlupovat" layers of meaning in a complex text or gradually understand a person's true character. It implies a process of removal that leads to a new, often more essential, state. The verb suggests a sustained action, rather than a single, abrupt event. The result of "odlupovat" is typically a separation of an outer layer from an inner core.