leathered

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leathered

The old sailor's face was leathered from years in the sun and wind.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Resembling leather in appearance or texture: Describes something that has the tough, durable, or grainy look and feel of leather.
    • Made to resemble leather: Refers to a material that is processed or manufactured to imitate the qualities of genuine leather.
    • Tough but pliable: Characterizes something that is strong and durable yet flexible and supple, similar to tanned leather.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The old armchair had a leathered surface, worn smooth by years of use.
    • She preferred the leathered texture of the synthetic upholstery for its durability and ease of care.
    • After treatment, the hide became soft and leathered, perfect for crafting bags.
Advanced Usage
  • Descriptive Use: Often used to describe the finish or texture of non-leather items, such as paper, fabrics, or synthetic materials, that have been treated to look like leather.
    • The book's cover had a leathered finish, giving it a classic and expensive feel.
  • Figurative Use: Can be applied metaphorically to describe skin or surfaces that are toughened and weathered.
    • His hands were leathered from decades of working outdoors.
Variants and Related Words
  • Leather (n): The material made from the skin of an animal by tanning or a similar process.
    • The jacket was made of genuine leather.
  • Leather (v): To beat or thrash someone (informal, often British English). This is a separate meaning.
    • He threatened to leather the thief if he caught him.
  • Leathery (adj): Having a tough, hard texture like leather. This is a more common synonym.
    • The steak was unpleasantly leathery.
Synonyms
  • Leathery: Tough and flexible like leather.
  • Coriaceous: (Technical/Botanical) Leather-like in texture.
  • Tough: Strong and durable.
  • Pliable: Easily bent or flexible.
Antonyms
  • Brittle: Hard but liable to break easily.
  • Delicate: Easily damaged or fragile.
  • Stiff: Not easily bent or flexible.
Notes on Usage
  • The adjective leathered is less common than leathery. It is often used in more specific contexts, such as describing manufactured finishes or treated materials.
  • It should not be confused with the informal verb form "to leather" (meaning to beat).
leathered

The old sailor's face was leathered from years in the sun and wind.

Adjective
  1. resembling or made to resemble leather; tough but pliable

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