Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

untanned

Adjective

/ʌnˈtænd/

Definition

Not treated with tannins; raw or unprocessed leather.

Examples

The artisan preferred to work with untanned hides for his unique designs.
She found a piece of untanned leather that was perfect for her crafting project.
Untanned leather is more susceptible to damage than its processed counterpart.

Meaning

The term ‘untanned’ typically refers to leather that has not been tanned yet, meaning it has not undergone the chemical process that converts animal hides into a durable material suitable for use.