rawhide
Translation
rawhide
Examples
The dog loves to chew on a rawhide bone.
The dog loves to chew on a rawhide bone.
The shield was made of stretched rawhide.
The shield was made of stretched rawhide.
Grammar Patterns
((rawhide + noun)) a noun made of rawhide The dog has a rawhide toy.
((made of rawhide)) constructed from rawhide The drum is made of rawhide.
Similar Words
Synonyms: untanned leather, greenhide
Etymology
A compound word from 'raw' (unprocessed) and 'hide' (animal skin).
Memory Tips
Literally 'raw hide' – skin that hasn't been processed or tanned. Easy to remember if you know both parts.