Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tannery
noun
ˈtæn.ə.ri
Definition
A tannery is a facility where animal hides are processed to produce leather through a technique called tanning.
Examples
- After visiting the tannery, we learned about the various methods used to turn raw hides into finished leather.
- The tannery in our town employs many skilled craftsmen who specialize in leather production.
- She decided to tour the tannery to see how her favorite leather shoes were made.
Meaning
A place where raw animal skins are treated to become leather, making them durable and suitable for various uses.
Synonyms
- leatherworks
- leather factory
- hide processing plant
