Leathered: meaning, definitions and examples
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leathered
[ ˈlɛðərd ]
material description
Leathered describes a texture or appearance that resembles leather, often indicating robustness or a worn quality. This term is commonly used to describe surfaces that have been treated or aged to appear like leather. Items described as leathered might include furniture, clothing, or even skin that has become tough or wrinkled over time. It conveys a sense of durability and sometimes, sophistication.
Synonyms
distressed, tanned, worn.
Examples of usage
- The leathered finish of the jacket gave it a vintage look.
- Her leathered hands told stories of hard work.
- The furniture featured a leathered surface that was easy to clean.
- He wore a leathered belt that matched his rugged style.
Translations
Translations of the word "leathered" in other languages:
🇵🇹 em couro
🇮🇳 चमड़े वाला
🇩🇪 lederartig
🇮🇩 berkulit
🇺🇦 шкіряний
🇵🇱 skórzany
🇯🇵 革製の
🇫🇷 en cuir
🇪🇸 de cuero
🇹🇷 deri kaplı
🇰🇷 가죽으로 된
🇸🇦 جلدي
🇨🇿 kožený
🇸🇰 kožený
🇨🇳 皮革的
🇸🇮 usnjen
🇮🇸 leðurbundinn
🇰🇿 терімен қапталған
🇬🇪 ტყავის
🇦🇿 dəri ilə örtülmüş
🇲🇽 de cuero
Etymology
The word 'leathered' is derived from the noun 'leather', which originates from the Old English word 'leðer', akin to Old Norse 'leðr' and Dutch 'leer'. Historically, leather has been produced from animal skins for thousands of years, used for clothing, tools, and shelter. The process of tanning, where raw animal hides are transformed into durable leather, dates back to ancient civilizations. As cultures evolved, the techniques for treating leather improved, and different forms of leather became associated with various styles and uses. The adjectival form 'leathered' likely emerged to describe things that resemble or are treated in the fashion of leather, gaining popularity in contemporary language to express style and appearance.