tanner
word
/ˈtænɝ/
TA-nur
/tˈænɐ/
TA-nuh
Definition
A tanner is a person whose job is to turn animal hides into leather by treating and processing them.
Usage & Nuances
'Tanner' is a specific occupation term, mostly used in historical or traditional contexts. Not commonly needed in modern conversation except when discussing leatherwork or history. Do not confuse with 'tan' meaning to become brown from the sun.
Spanish: curtidorPortuguese (BR): curtidorPortuguese (PT): curtidorChinese (Simplified): 皮匠 - 制革工人Chinese (Traditional): 皮匠 - 製革工人Hindi: चर्मकारArabic: دباغBengali: চর্মকারRussian: дубильщикJapanese: なめし職人Vietnamese: người thuộc daKorean: 무두장이Turkish: tabakçıUrdu: چمڑا بنانے والاIndonesian: penyamak kulit
Example Sentences
My grandfather was a tanner in the village.
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A tanner uses special tools to treat animal skins.
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The work of a tanner can be very hard and smelly.
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Back in the day, every town had at least one tanner making leather for shoes and bags.
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You can still find a skilled tanner at some traditional markets.
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The old tanner shared some great stories about his trade.
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