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leather
[leth-er]
noun
the skin of an animal, with the hair removed, prepared for use by tanning or a similar process designed to preserve it against decay and make it pliable or supple when dry.
an article made of this material.
adjective
pertaining to, made of, or resembling leather.
leather processing; leather upholstery.
Slang.Ģżcatering to or patronized by customers who typically wear leather clothing, often as a means of signaling interest in or preference for sadomasochistic sexual activity.
verb (used with object)
to cover or furnish with leather.
Informal.Ģżto beat with a leather strap.
leather
/ Ė±ōÉĆ°É /
noun
a material consisting of the skin of an animal made smooth and flexible by tanning, removing the hair, etc
( as modifier )
leather goods
(plural) leather clothes, esp as worn by motorcyclists
the flap of a dog's ear
verb
to cover with leather
to whip with or as if with a leather strap
Other 51³Ō¹Ļ Forms
- underleather noun
- unleathered adjective
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of leather1
51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins
Origin of leather1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
The book was printed on paper and bound in leather over covers made from wood.
I saw all these men in jeans, most in boots and cowboy hats, and some in leather chaps.
They didnāt shy away from the scentās complexity, leaning into the more unusual notes like gin, elderflower and leather.
Another intriguing object is an intricately decorated leather cloak not seen in Zambia for more than 100 years.
Ball, prancing handsomely around the stage in a leather jacket and see-through club shirt, leaves a stylish impression when in motion.
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- skinĢż
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