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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
Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
Avoid pillowcases with large holes that can allow dust to enter, and choose light colors since dark colors and designs may bleed onto leather purses or clothing and stain them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
In September, Polène unveiled a collaboration with Chinese glass artist Jinya Zhao, which took the shape of a geometric sculpture made of blown glass and leather off-cuts and created in two watercolor gradients of lavender and amber.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
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Noun
For a Henry Winkler leather jacket from Happy Days?
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
Avoid pillowcases with large holes that can allow dust to enter, and choose light colors since dark colors and designs may bleed onto leather purses or clothing and stain them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
Mirrors have a patina, coffee tables are leathered and trunk-like.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
In September, Polène unveiled a collaboration with Chinese glass artist Jinya Zhao, which took the shape of a geometric sculpture made of blown glass and leather off-cuts and created in two watercolor gradients of lavender and amber.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leather
Noun
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Additionally, Stein recommends using gloves to protect your hands and skin from cleaning solutions.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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Everyone’s skin is different, which means your skincare routine may not look the same as your friend’s.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Her own hair, by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos, was styled into tiny, Renaissance inspired braids, complementing the thicker pelts across her body.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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Sometime between Monday night and Tuesday morning, fencing was cut and pens and nest boxes were destroyed to release the mink, which are raised for their pelts, Fur Commission USA said.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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The top is detailed with faint lines that function to hide the appearance of wrinkles, while the viscose and polyester blend do the rest of the work to create a smooth, wearable shirt.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Oct. 2025
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Basil, of course, is far from perfect, a rude, neurotic, accident-prone manager who insults guests, hides his gambling winnings from his wife and organizes an elaborate impersonation of her when his surprise anniversary party backfires.—
Rhett Bartlett,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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She was elegantly dressed in a cream coat dress adorned with delicate embroidery, paired with matching heels and a coordinating clutch bag.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Queen Camilla wore a white dress with a flowing coat featuring delicate embroidery.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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The vintage look featured a large fur trim attached to a leather corset and a leather tassel skirt over black leggings.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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As his skin gradually healed, his fur began growing back.—
Allison Moses,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The photo of Chastain whipping off her jersey, shouting in triumph, her sinewy arms flexed, was immediately historic.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Oct. 2025
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Leafs forward Dakota Joshua weaved through Buffalo’s defensive zone coverage without much resistance and then whipped an off-balance shot toward the net.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Add ice, seal tins, and shake hard for 10 to 12 seconds.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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According to Moriggi, the wedding decor also included Wally with golden retriever wax seals on envelopes, and napkins with an image of a golden retriever swimming in a martini glass printed on them.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These sneakers feature white pebble leather, faux pony hair, and cowhide detachable straps.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
23 June 2023
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“Leather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leather. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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