1
as in skin
the hairless natural covering of an animal prepared for use
the company claims to use only the finest leathers for its shoes and handbags
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as in pelt
the outer covering of an animal removed for its commercial value
this jacket was made from real leather
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as in to hide
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
an expert rider will find almost no reason to leather a horse
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Recent Examples of leather
Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Mar. 2025
The set includes a 34-millimeter rose gold alloy watch designed with a floral-print dial and a neutral pink leather strap.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2025
Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2021
Apple's MagSafe system helps snap the iPhone 12 models right into place on their wireless charging docks, and also enables a whole new series of accessories that can easily snap on, from silicone cases to leather wallets.
—Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 13 Oct. 2020
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Noun
Whether your aesthetic leans vintage eclectic or organic modern, there's something for everyone with our range of seating options: Choose from colorful velvet, classic leather, and even curved details.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Mar. 2025
The set includes a 34-millimeter rose gold alloy watch designed with a floral-print dial and a neutral pink leather strap.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
Puddle pants come in all sorts of materials, from denim to leather to trousers and, of course, loungewear-ready fabrics like cashmere and Pima cotton.
—Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 10 Mar. 2021
Apple's MagSafe system helps snap the iPhone 12 models right into place on their wireless charging docks, and also enables a whole new series of accessories that can easily snap on, from silicone cases to leather wallets.
—Courtney Linder, Popular Mechanics, 13 Oct. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leather
Noun
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These compounds can affect skin elasticity and the breakdown of collagen (a structural protein in the skin), which can age your skin.2 3.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
27 Mar. 2025
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Henkel, a shampoo company in Mexico, has recalled 1,068 units of shampoo due to possible exposure to a bacteria that can lead to eye, nose and skin infections, and possibly more adverse reactions to consumers who have compromised immune systems.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Clouded leopards are threatened by deforestation and poaching, as land is cleared for palm oil agriculture and they are hunted for their teeth, pelt and bones used in some traditional medicine, according to the Smithsonian.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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Arsenal’s Leno had just blocked from Christian Eriksen, but the ball was headed out to Moussa Sissoko who thwacked it full pelt from the edge of the box.—
Tim Spiers,
The Athletic,
17 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The ancient springhead, natural waterpark, and retro roadside attraction has more than a few secrets hidden in its eelgrass.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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Read Next Texas Man killed daughter’s boyfriend and hid body, Texas officials say.—
Olivia Lloyd,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Then, a heavyweight knit and a fit that allows space for layering underneath while still being able to wear a coat on top is important.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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The look was simple: a black Louis Vuitton crewneck sweater with light-wash straight-legged jeans, worn underneath a black below-the-knee coat from Maison Margiela, and a pair of black lug-sole boots.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The viral TikTok gadget crushes fur and lint like nothing else.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
28 Mar. 2025
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This allowed antler collectors and other interested buyers to walk past some of the piles of furs and stacks of trophy antlers — mostly from elk and mule deer, although the DWR says a few moose, sheep, and pronghorn are in the mix as well.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Meister can often immediately identify on an MRI that a pitcher throws a sweeper—a hard slider that the pitcher whips to get about fifteen inches of horizontal movement from the ball.—
Lindsey Adler,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2025
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The moment, which made the episode’s final cut, occurs when Drummond whips Mark S. around and pushes him into a wall.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The document was among communications that included emails and texts submitted under seal to Judge Dale Ho by Bove and Blanche after Blanche was confirmed.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
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People affectionately named it Chappy, after it was reported that the seal was found on Chapel Street.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2025
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The park has incredibly diverse terrain—coastal sand dunes, dense forests, meandering rivers, barrier islands—and fauna such as moose, beavers, and river otters.—
Steve Lyons,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
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Painter and Jensen have seen beavers, muskrats, pond turtles, deer and black bears roaming the grounds.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leather. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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