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leathery

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective leathery has 1 sense
  1. coriaceous, leathered, leatherlike, leathery - resembling or made to resemble leather; tough but pliable
    Antonym: tender (indirect, via tough)

Definitions from the Web

Term: leathery



Definition: (adjective) Having the texture or characteristics of leather, typically tough, flexible, and resilient.



Senses:

  1. Pertaining to Material: Referring to something made of or resembling leather in texture.
  2. Pertaining to Food: Describing food items that have a tough, chewy consistency resembling leather.


Examples:

  1. Sense 1: Pertaining to Material
  2. - The explorer's boots were leathery, protecting his feet from the rugged terrain.

    - The chair's upholstery was so worn-out that it had become leathery to the touch.


  3. Sense 2: Pertaining to Food
  4. - The steak had been cooked too long and was unfortunately leathery and difficult to chew.

    - The texture of the dried fruit was unpleasantly leathery, making it hard to enjoy.


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