A textured imperfection in an automotive paint finish caused by improper atomization, incorrect spray gun pressure, or improper flash times between coats. The clear coat fails to flow out completely flat, leaving a bumpy surface. It is usually corrected by wet sanding and polishing the clear coat until smooth.
Heard on the job
The body shop did a decent job on the color match but there's a lot of orange peel on the new fender.
Insider tip
Factory paint jobs often have a slight amount of orange peel, so making a repainted panel perfectly flat might actually make it stand out from the rest of the car.