taber

/ˈtæbər/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of knife or blade used to cut or shape leather or other materials

“The cobbler used a taber to trim the edges of the leather shoes.”

2. verb

to cut or shape leather or other materials with a taber

“The craftsman will taber the edges of the leather belt to give it a smooth finish.”

Synonyms

  • knife
  • trimmer

Antonyms

  • gluer
  • sealer