Definitions

1. noun

The skin or hide of a swan, especially when used as a material for making something such as a drum or a book cover.

“The ancient instrument was made from a single piece of swanskin, carefully stretched and prepared to produce its distinctive sound.”

2. verb

To remove the skin of a swan, especially in the context of preparing it for use as a material.

“The craftsman carefully swanskinned the swan, taking care not to damage the underlying flesh.”