Word of the Day: Coriaceous

Can you pronounce coriaceous

Sunday, July 28, 2024

adjective 1. Resembling or having the texture of leather. "Vegan leather can still have a coriaceous feel to it." "The ripe fruit had a pleasantly coriaceous skin." "This plant species is marked by smooth, coriaceous leaves." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Latin, late 17th century From Our Network Today's Best Deals Good products make life easier — especially when they're on sale. See the savings This term stems from the late Latin "coriaceus," originally from the Latin "corium," meaning "skin, hide, leather." "Coriaceous" is often used as an adjective in the botanical field — the large, paddle-shaped leaves of rhododendrons, for instance, are coriaceous... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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