Definition

A physical punishment or beating, often involving a whip or strap.

Example

The teacher gave a leathering to the student for misbehavior.

Conversation

Did you hear about that game where they give a leathering to the losing team?

Yeah, that sounds pretty harsh!

I can't believe they still do that kind of thing.

Right? It seems a bit outdated and not very sportsmanlike.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To treat or process animal hides to make them into leather.

Example

The artisan is leathering the hides to create beautiful bags.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw you leathering that bag earlier; it looks amazing!

Thanks! I really enjoy the process of making things with leather.

Do you think I could learn how to start leathering too?

Root Explanation

Leathering → The word 'leathering' is derived from 'leather' (from Old English *leðer*, meaning animal hide or skin) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'leathering' refers to the process of treating or working with leather.

Memory Tip

Think of 'leather' as the animal hide being worked on, and '-ing' signifies the action of doing that. So, 'leathering' is the action of working with leather.

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