rawhide

/ˈrɔːhaɪd/ or /ˈroʊhaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

tough, flexible, and fibrous hide of an animal, especially a cow, used for making leather and other products

“She hung the rawhide rope around the wooden beam for hanging her horse.”

2. adjective

made from tough, fibrous hide, especially a cow’s hide

“The rawhide slippers were comfortable and provided excellent support for her feet.”

Synonyms

  • flesh
  • hide
  • leather

Antonyms

  • cooked
  • cured