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leathered


Meanings
  • adjective

    1. Worn out or aged, especially through exposure to the elements.

    - "The old leathered boots were discarded."
    - "The leathered face of the sailor told tales of many storms at sea."

Pronunciation




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Variants
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leather , leathered , leathering , leathers
Etymology
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The word 'leathered' comes from the Old English word 'leathor' meaning 'hide, skin' and the past participle suffix '-ed'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'leathered' is often used in the sailing community to describe sailors who have spent many years at sea and have a weathered appearance.

  2. In some parts of the world, the term 'leathered' is also used to describe a person who has a tan from spending a lot of time in the sun.


Related Concepts
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  1. weathered: Related concept: A weathered object is one that has been exposed to the elements and shows signs of aging or wear.


Culture
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In literature, 'leathered' is often used to describe characters who have lived through many experiences and are now worn out or aged. In art, the term 'leathered' can refer to the technique of giving a painting or sculpture a weathered or aged appearance.

How to Memorize "leathered"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a pair of old leather boots that have been left out in the rain for a long time. Imagine the leather being worn out and cracked.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'leathered' with the image of an old, weathered sailor or a pair of old leather boots.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Leathered is worn out like old boots'.


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