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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The designer, who with a partner runs a factory making leather fashion products, said her business was on the verge of closing.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025
Laser Module – Add engraving and cutting capabilities for materials from wood and acrylic to leather.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
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Noun
A la carte breakfast is included with all stays; enjoy it in your room, on the street-level terrace, or in a leather banquette at Taverne Gaspar.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
The designer, who with a partner runs a factory making leather fashion products, said her business was on the verge of closing.
—ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
The brand sources leather exclusively from colder climates, where fibers tighten under temperature, ensuring structure without compromising fluidity.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025
Laser Module – Add engraving and cutting capabilities for materials from wood and acrylic to leather.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leather
Noun
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No synthetic dyes, chemical fizz or dehydrating salts, just pure skin loving comfort.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The prosecutor’s office also separately opened an investigation into possible cyberbullying targeting Bagayoko due to his skin color.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
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Please, please, please tell me that pelt was not Rollo.—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Senior Assistant County Attorney Bryan Schmid argued in court filings that Scott failed to show the law is unconstitutional and suggested that Scott could create his website and post his videos with redactions to hide the personal information in the clips.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Check and uncheck the boxes next each candidate to show/hide their responses.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The victim appeared to be middle-aged and was wearing a dark colored hooded coat.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Martha Stewart, who introduced her followers to the tradition in 2005, resurrected the dessert a few days ago on Instagram with a photo of a cake expertly decorated with chocolate curls mimicking a lamb’s wooly coat.—
Lisa Gutierrez
April 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Otters’ Comeback Created an Unexpected Problem Otter populations declined in the 19th century due to fur trapping but have since recovered through conservation efforts.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Otter populations declined in the 19th century due to fur trapping but have since recovered through conservation efforts.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Children too short to see the stage stood on their tip-toes to watch Kevin Reyes, the actor who played the part of Jesus, being whipped.—
Laura Turbay,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The famously-shy sophomore obliged, several of her teammates whipping out their phones to record the big moment.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Kids who make art for the auction will have their creations embossed with the official seal of Kaylin Lundell's Draw for a Dream campaign.—
Ross Guidotti,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Gabriel also said food manufacturers may be incentivized to change their ingredients to qualify for California’s certified seal.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
3 Apr. 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 5 Apr. 2026.
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