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leathery

The word “leathery” has 3 syllables: leath-er-y

It's pronounced as /ˈlɛðəri/

What is synonym and antonym for leathery?

In the thesaurus, “leathery” has 10 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for leathery along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for leathery

Antonyms for leathery

  • mushy
  • soft
  • tender

Meanings of leathery

  • adjective
    1. Having the consistency, feel, or texture of leather.

Example Sentences

  • His skin had grown leathery after years in the sun.
  • The steak turned out tough and leathery after overcooking.
  • She wore a pair of old, leathery boots that had seen many miles.
  • The fruit’s leathery skin made it difficult to peel.
  • Time had given the old book a distinct, leathery scent.

On this page you'll find 13 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to leathery, such as: brittle, cardboardy, chewy, crunchy, fibrous, gristly, hard.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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