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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
Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Budge is the grandson of Grove Porter, who wore a leather helmet as a quarterback in games at Nebraska Field — the site of Memorial Stadium, 10 years before its construction.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2025
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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Noun
Composed of high-quality leather, these shoes will stand the test of time and will feel soft and luxurious against your skin.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
Budge is the grandson of Grove Porter, who wore a leather helmet as a quarterback in games at Nebraska Field — the site of Memorial Stadium, 10 years before its construction.
—Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Verb
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
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leather
Noun
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All in, this one promises to smooth, brighten, and firm skin not just for daily show, but also for the years ahead.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Ingredients like carnosine help interrupt that process, so your skin stays looking smoother and firmer.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 May 2026
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The company’s machine, called Fusion, can theoretically handle 360 bowls per hour—far more than even a team of humans at full pelt.—
Billy Perrigo,
Time,
8 May 2026
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The PlayLab staff will host a story time featuring books inspired by bison, along with a coloring craft event and a touch-and-feel experience with bison pelts.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Without sofas, curtains, or rugs to soften things, your color palette has nowhere to hide.—
Natasha Bazika,
Martha Stewart,
9 May 2026
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Many fish live, hide and eat the small shrimp and crabs that are within the seaweed, which made her snorkeling adventure more exciting.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 May 2026
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His first-ever opponent, CM Punk, took the stage to challenge him in a virtual wrestling match, where a character resembling Carell in a tiger-print brief and fur coat faced off against CM Punk’s character.—
Charlie Vargas,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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In the Madison Avenue boutique, for example, prices range from $295 for an Ultrafine cashmere sweater to $4,000 for a cashmere coat.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Rihanna wore tiger-print Alaïa d’Orsay pumps twice in New York in January, first with denim-on-denim and then with a matching coat, while Angel Reese went bolder that month in blue leopard-print Jennifer Le thigh-high boots with fox-fur trim.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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Flea and tick collars are common ways to prevent pests from wreaking havoc on your pet’s fur.—
Jessie Quinn,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
Verb
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The ride travels on an elliptical track and whips riders around bends.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Real estate agents whipped out their phones to put a hard sell on anything east of I-95.—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2026
Noun
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An altered Antarctic landscape could have significant impacts on its wildlife, from the microorganisms and algae that prop up the food chain – food for krill which, in turn, feed many of the region’s whales – to the penguins and seals that rely on sea ice for feeding and resting.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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The note, which was discovered by Epstein’s former cellmate, had been under seal for years.—
Jeremy Roebuck,
Washington Post,
7 May 2026
Verb
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These sneakers feature white pebble leather, faux pony hair, and cowhide detachable straps.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
23 June 2023
Cite this Entry
“Leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leather. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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