What does pare mean in cooking?

pare means: Take off any outer covering. (in Cooking Dictionary)

What else does pare mean?

• The outer covering must be removed. On potatoes, apples and other fruits, you can apply pare. (in Cooking Dictionary)
• Use a knife or peeler to remove the skins or peels of fruits and vegetables. (in Cooking Dictionary)
• Use a knife to remove any outer skin or coverings. (in Merlin Dictionary)
• Remove by, or as though by, cutting, trimming, or shaving. (in Merlin Dictionary)
• Reduce, in size or quantity; trim. (in Merlin Dictionary)