Peal out is a phrasal verb that means to sound a warning or celebratory signal by ringing bells loudly. The spelling of peal out is /piːl/ for the word "peal" and /aʊt/ for the word "out." The phonetic transcription for peal is /piːl/, which represents the long "ee" sound in the first syllable and the consonant cluster "l" at the end. The transcription for out is /aʊt/, which represents the diphthong "ow" and the consonant "t" at the end.
The term "peal out" refers to the act of rapidly accelerating in a vehicle, particularly cars or motorcycles, causing the tires to emit a screeching or squealing sound as they lose traction. This action typically occurs when the driver forcefully presses the accelerator pedal to make the wheels spin freely, resulting in a loud noise and the release of smoke from the burnt rubber.
The phrase "peal out" is often associated with exhibitionist or aggressive driving behavior, as it is commonly performed to show off or to create a dramatic effect. This action is commonly seen in movies, car races, or during illegal street racing. It is typically done when a vehicle is stationary or moving at a low speed, and then suddenly accelerating to gain speed, leaving behind a trail of tire marks on the road surface.
While "peal out" is often performed intentionally for entertainment or thrill, it can also happen accidentally due to inexperienced driving or slippery road conditions. The phrase can be used as both a verb and a noun, referring to the act itself or the sound produced during the acceleration. In some cases, it may also be described as "burning rubber" or "doing a burnout." However, it is important to note that "peal out" is associated with reckless driving and is illegal in many jurisdictions, as it poses a risk to the driver, pedestrians, and other vehicles on the road.
The etymology of the phrase "peal out" is derived from the verb "peal", which originally meant to sound loudly or be rung, especially in reference to bells. The term "peal" comes from the Old French word "piler", meaning "to clash, to ring", which itself originated from the Latin word "pulsare", meaning "to beat, to strike". In the context of "peal out", it evolved to describe the loud, screeching sound produced by a vehicle's tires when rapidly accelerating.