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UK/["/ˈleðə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈleðər/"]/

Meaning of Leather

material made by removing the hair or fur from animal skins and preserving the skins using special processes

In simple words: A strong material made from animal skin.

Leather in a sentence

  • a **leather jacket**
  • The soles are made of leather.
  • a leather-bound book
  • I'm looking for a pair of boots in dark brown leather.
  • Each volume is bound in genuine leather.
  • The leather has been treated with wax.
  • a coat made from buffalo leather
  • a cracked leather belt
  • a biker in black leathers
  • to ride hell for leather

How to use Leather

Commonly used when discussing clothing, furniture, or accessories. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it when referring to synthetic alternatives.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'leather' jacket, smooth and stylish on a bike ride.

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Collocations with Leather

Synonyms for Leather

Opposites of Leather

Common mistakes with Leather

  • Confused with 'pleather', which is fake leather.
  • Using 'leathers' as a plural for multiple pieces instead of items made of leather.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'leth-er' instead of 'leather'.

Compare Leather with Hide, Skin, Fur, Chamois

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Frequently asked questions about Leather

What does Leather mean?

A strong material made from animal skin.

What is the definition of Leather?

material made by removing the hair or fur from animal skins and preserving the skins using special processes

How do you use Leather in a sentence?

a **leather jacket**

Can you give another example of Leather?

The soles are made of leather.

What are synonyms for Leather?

Common alternatives include hide, skin, fur, buckskin, chamois.

What is the opposite of Leather?

Opposite meanings include synthetic, plastic.

What words go with Leather?

It commonly pairs with thick, thin, soft, tan, treat, polish, crack, belt, boots, chaps, in leather, in leathers, thick, thin, soft, tan, treat, polish, crack, belt, boots, chaps, in leather, in leathers.

What are common mistakes when using Leather?

Confused with 'pleather', which is fake leather. Using 'leathers' as a plural for multiple pieces instead of items made of leather. Mispronouncing it as 'leth-er' instead of 'leather'.

How do you pronounce Leather?

US: /["/ˈleðər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈleðə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Leather?

Commonly used when discussing clothing, furniture, or accessories. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it when referring to synthetic alternatives.

What CEFR level is Leather?

"Leather" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.