tannery

noun

tan·​nery ˈta-nə-rē How to pronounce tannery (audio)
ˈtan-rē
plural tanneries
: a place where tanning is carried on

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The underground world of caves is remarkably diverse, serving various purposes such as storage, industrial work, living quarters, burial sites, tanneries, and shelters during air raids. Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 May 2026 In 2025, independent journalism platform Dialogue Earth documented hazardous working conditions—including exposure to toxic chemicals—at tanneries in India’s Tamil Nadu region that received the same sterling rating. Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026 Carmina uses the best leathers in the world, sourced from top-tier tanneries like Charles F. Stead for their suede. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026 Bio-design company Modern Meadow and leather tannery Heller-Leder have formed Innovera Europe. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tannery

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First Known Use

1694, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tannery was in 1694

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“Tannery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tannery. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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tannery

noun
tan·​nery ˈtan-(ə-)rē How to pronounce tannery (audio)
plural tanneries
: a place where hides are tanned

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