leathery
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Adjective — Having a texture like leather — tough, thick, and often wrinkled.
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How to use leathery
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Etymology
From leather plus the adjective suffix -y.
Full origin of leathery →Frequently asked questions
What does “leathery” mean?
The word “leathery” means having a texture like leather — tough, thick, and often wrinkled. In plain terms, tough and thick like leather, often describing skin or a surface.
How do you pronounce “leathery”?
“Leathery” is pronounced LEH-thuh-ree (/ˈlɛðəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “leathery” in a sentence?
Here is “leathery” used in a sentence: “Years in the sun had left his skin leathery and tanned.”
What part of speech is “leathery”?
“Leathery” is an adjective.