cowhide
Translation
cowhide, cattle hide
Examples
The sofa was upholstered in brown cowhide.
The sofa was upholstered in brown cowhide.
He wore a jacket made of cowhide.
He wore a jacket made of cowhide.
Grammar Patterns
((made of cowhide)) indicates the material sth. is made from. The belt is made of cowhide.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cattle hide, leather
Etymology
A compound of 'cow' and 'hide' (an animal's skin).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'hide' of a 'cow'. It's the skin used to make leather goods.