Definition and meaning of English word "leather"
leather
/ˈlɛðər/
Meaning
NounA tough material produced from the skin of animals, by tanning or similar process, used e.g. for clothing; often denotes leather from cattle when no qualifier specifies otherwise.
How to use
The term 'leather' can refer to a type of material made from animal hides, or to a specific type of leather product, such as a leather jacket. A common learner mistake is to use 'leather' as a verb, instead of 'to leather', which means to make or treat something with leather.
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leather
Example
It is important to keep the leather in a safe place.
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Common phrases
- leather goods— products made from leather
- leather jacket— a jacket made from leather
- full leather— high-quality leather
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Frequency rank: #1209 in English
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What does the English word "leather" mean?▼
The English word "leather" means "leather" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "She chose a new leather yesterday." (which translates as "leather").
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