Definition

Describing something that can be treated to make leather, usually referring to animal hides.

Example

The hides from the farm are tannable and can be processed into leather.

Conversation

I found this amazing leather jacket at the store today.

Really? Is it tannable leather?

Yes, it is! I was thinking of getting it for the winter.

Sounds like a great idea; tannable leather lasts forever!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tannable → It is formed from "tan" (from Old English *tannian*, meaning to prepare animal hides) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "tannable" refers to the capability of being tanned or prepared for use, particularly in the context of animal hides.

Memory Tip

Think of the process of preparing animal hides ('tan') and how something that is 'tannable' is capable of undergoing that preparation.

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