Thesaurus results for HORSEHIDE

horsehide

noun

Definition of horsehide

as in pigskin

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Recent Examples of horsehide As a new baseball season gets underway, here’s hoping that the owners’ memories are jolted by the smell of Cracker Jack® and horsehide. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026 Garvey, the former Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres first baseman and National League most valuable player in 1974, has played the baseball card to the hilt, even passing out autographed horsehides at many campaign stops. — Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2024 In lieu of the shell horsehide utilized at that time, the anniversary edition is crafted from a Horween Chromexcel leather in a ruddy hue resembling equine skins. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2023 Judge stepped forward, unleashed his murderous swing and sent a horsehide comet soaring to left field. — David Waldstein, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2022 So during this weird, forlorn season, there seemed to be no chance of me seeing the Phils pound the old horsehide. — Joe Queenan, WSJ, 20 Aug. 2020 Yet the integrity of the game continues to be threatened by a spheroid that costs about $9 and could be affected by even the simple act of a mosquito buzzing around the horsehide of a cow. — Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2019 The Chinese shoemaster, who works with leathers ranging from horsehide from Finland to reindeer leather from Mongolia, creates unparalleled designs with traditional tools that honor the raw material itself. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for horsehide

Noun

Cornstarch and pigskin have absolutely nothing in common, at least on the surface.

— Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
He’s been pulled back by trainers with two hands, with wide eyes fixed on the pigskin in front of him.

— Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of pigskin

Noun

Leather Fringe Long before America was colonized, Indigenous tribes like the Lakota and Shoshone in the Great Plains region sewed deerskin fringe trim on their garments.

— Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026
The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Definition of deerskin

Noun

While the tents have the most charm, imo—ivory canvas walls, Adirondack chairs on wooden porches, true beds with sheepskin throws and wooden frames—the cabins and suites are unsurprisingly the more comfortable option.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
The Zora ballet flat features a suede upper and a sheepskin lining and trim while the lightweight Quill ballet flat is covered in Spanish Merino fur and grounded by a rubber outsole, with an adjustable strap.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of sheepskin

Noun

Isaia cashmere scarf, $750; Dior silk tie, $300; Ferragamo calfskin oxfords, $1,590; Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds in 18-karat pink gold, $27,000; Il Bisonte leather card case, $140; Stefano Ricci crocodile belt, $2,800.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026
Men’s accessories encompass bags in tactile raffia, calfskin and denim for a relaxed summer mood with its clean contemporary shapes and artisanal details.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of calfskin

Noun

The finishing touch to Watts’ look, which arguably elevated her attire from simple quiet luxury styling to a contemporary alt vibe, was Celine’s lambskin leather jacket.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Cardi, who is already the owner of an impressive Birkin collection by Hermès, started her haul by showcasing her new lambskin Chanel 25 Mini Handbag from the Métiers d'Art 2026 collection.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026

Definition of lambskin

Noun

At the end of the film, Sandy Olsson (played by the late, great Olivia Newton-John) emerges for the splashy closing number wearing a leather moto jacket, skintight sharkskin pants, and heels.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2025
In addition to stamp sales (with proceeds benefiting the marine research society), Leicester planned to sell a Sea Turtle Cookery Book bound in sharkskin and a small newspaper titled the Times of New Atlantis.

— Fred Nadis, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2024

Definition of sharkskin

Noun

The scene is a sensory one, with layered cowhide rugs, leather armchairs, a wood-burning fire, and twinkling chandeliers that were original to the Pulitzers’ home.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The cowhide is a little tighter today, perhaps, which might make the baseball go a little farther.

— Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of cowhide

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