What does the cryptic crossword clue "It may be used to cut skin and even bits of peel (7)" mean?

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It may be used to cut skin and even bits of peel (7)

Times Cryptic #28967 | 16 Across | 2024-07-12

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SCALP (skin) + pEeL.

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