as in to leather
to strike repeatedly with something long and thin or flexible
was cowhiding the horse until a police officer intervened
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Recent Examples of cowhide
Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 23 June 2023
Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
There’s no shortage of them for fall, in alpaca wool cowhide, layered silk, and even fringe.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2025
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Verb
These sneakers feature white pebble leather, faux pony hair, and cowhide detachable straps.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 23 June 2023
Noun
Called the Vamp Boots, the sculptural silhouette flows in plush cowhide suede, rising just above the ankle in a continuous fluid form.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
There’s no shortage of them for fall, in alpaca wool cowhide, layered silk, and even fringe.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2025
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From penny loafers and tassel loafers to leather and suede variations, there are so many different iterations of the tried-and-true shoe that can fit seamlessly into your closet, no matter your personal style.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
31 Dec. 2025
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The brand sources leather exclusively from colder climates, where fibers tighten under temperature, ensuring structure without compromising fluidity.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
10 Dec. 2025
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Pictures of Piper the dog, who last year went through an awful health scare after having a rawhide treat.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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Chinese laborers, rare for that time, made rawhide bags on site to take the limestone and dump it into iron buckets on an aerial tramway, according to Meniketti’s report.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 July 2025
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There were also pieces from earlier collections on the runway, including a pinstriped leather suit from 2003 and a calfskin jumpsuit from 1991.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2026
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The exterior is a faux calfskin that looks luxe and keeps you dry, while the faux-suede interior is warm and plush for winter weather.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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Didn't seem to be hiding anything.—
Sarah Prior,
CBS News,
25 Jan. 2026
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But hiding behind this benign climate state was all that titanic power flowing through the climate system.—
Adam Frank,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The set features stable legs and armrests made of a durable steel frame and handwoven rattan that’s all-weather and easy to clean.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The modern plantation-style decor—lots of warm earthy colors and a touch of rattan—suitably echo the languid tropical surrounds.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Dec. 2025
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These boots offer 100 percent waterproof protection and excellent warmth with their Thinsulate insulation and removable sheepskin footbed.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2026
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Skip the sheepskin and go for a classic leather.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
16 Jan. 2026
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When a dog repeatedly wags and whips its tail against hard surfaces, the tip can split open, bruise or break.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Benbrook whips Diamond Hill-Jarvis Benbrook stayed on pace for a playoff berth in District 8-4A as the Lady Bobcats thumped Fort Worth Diamond Hill-Jarvis 55-7.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Jan. 2026
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Native trees, especially oaks and birch, are important to the reproductive success of insectivorous birds and other wildlife.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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These birds especially love birch trees for nesting and enjoy a feeder full of suet, sunflower seeds, and peanuts.—
Kier Holmes,
Martha Stewart,
18 Jan. 2026
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“Cowhide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cowhide. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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