SKIVERS

Proper noun

Skivers

plural of Skiver

Noun

skivers

plural of skiver

Source: Wiktionary


SKIVER

Skiv"er, n. Etym: [Cf. Skewer, Shiver a fragment.]

1. An inferior quality of leather, made of split sheepskin, tanned by immersion in sumac, and dyed. It is used for hat linings, pocketbooks, bookbinding, etc.

2. The cutting tool or machine used in splitting leather or skins, as sheepskins.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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