Outer layer of bacon (4)

I believe the answer is:

rind

(Other definitions for rind that I've seen before include "Zest" , "Fruit covering" , "thick skin" , "Protective cover on cheese" , "'Peel, bark (4)'" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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