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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
Andy Swift, TVLine, 6 Apr. 2025
Each object is handcrafted by layering small panels of leather, piece by piece, onto wooden frames to create a featherlike effect.
—The New York Times, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Phil Hay, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Almost from the start, Dharavi was defined by its industries: from the traditional potters of Gujarat who began arriving in the late 1800s, to leather tanners from Tamil Nadu and embroidery workers from Uttar Pradesh.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 29 June 2024
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Noun
The vocals were impressive, but all that leather was a choice — and those moves were not it.
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 6 Apr. 2025
Each object is handcrafted by layering small panels of leather, piece by piece, onto wooden frames to create a featherlike effect.
—The New York Times, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
News round-up Real Madrid set up El Clasico in Spain’s Supercopa by leathering Mallorca 3-0 last night.
—Phil Hay, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Almost from the start, Dharavi was defined by its industries: from the traditional potters of Gujarat who began arriving in the late 1800s, to leather tanners from Tamil Nadu and embroidery workers from Uttar Pradesh.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 29 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leather
Noun
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Velellas aren’t a serious threat to humans, but last year Carolyn Belak, an aquatic ecologist at the environmental consulting firm H. T. Harvey & Associates, advised people not to touch them, since their small stingers could still irritate the skin, per SFGATE’s Ashley Harrell.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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On top of that, when your roots and pillow are damp, that creates a moist, warm breeding ground ideal for Malassezia yeast, which in excess, can cause dandruff, per Dr. Cheng, or an inflammatory skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis (characterized by itchy, greasy patches).—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
8 Apr. 2025
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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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His supporters swiftly took to the streets in Bucharest, CNN’s affiliate Antena 3 reported, with some tearing up asphalt from the roads to pelt police who had amassed to guard the BEC building.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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Read Next World Palace gardens hid 900-year-old ruins of bathhouse in Spain — until now.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2025
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The titles of 12 such books — some of which may have been published before 2025 — are hidden below within an unrelated text passage.—
J. D. Biersdorfer,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 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
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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 viral TikTok gadget crushes fur and lint like nothing else.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
28 Mar. 2025
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In 1903, after opening and expanding a fur business, Zukor made his foray in the movie business by launching a chain of penny arcades that showed films.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Take it from us and whip out this gem for special occasions versus everyday wear, as Gucci recommends shielding it from direct light, heat, and rain.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Alexander Wennberg’s 10th goal of the season tied the score at 16:46 when his fellow Swede, William Eklund, whipped a pass from the left boards across the goal mouth to set-up the one-time finish with a ton of space to Dostal’s left.—
Josh Gross,
Oc Register,
2 Apr. 2025
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Tariffs targeting uninhabited volcanic Heard Island and McDonald Islands, a remote territory inhabited only by penguins, seals, and seabirds were included on Trump's list.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Apr. 2025
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Research suggests that vitamin D deficiency reduces production of the receptors the nutrient binds to, subsequently reducing the seal of the intestinal wall.—
Cristina Palacios,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2025
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Like many other animals in the state including bears and beavers, bobcats numbers are steadily increasing.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2025
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In ecosystems, keystone species—like beavers or sea stars—are small but essential.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leather. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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