Definition

The skin of an ox, often used to make leather.

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful bag from oxhide.

Conversation

I just bought a new jacket made of oxhide leather.

That sounds really durable! I love leather jackets.

Yeah, it feels so nice and warm.

You should wear it out with us this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oxhide → The word is formed from "ox" (from Old English "oxa", meaning a male bovine animal) and "hide" (from Old English "hīd", meaning skin or hide). The term "oxhide" refers to the skin of an ox, typically used in leather production.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'ox' for the animal and 'hide' for the skin — together, they remind you that 'oxhide' is the skin of an ox.

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