tannage
/ˈtænɪdʒ/
noun
- The process of turning animal skin into leather by treating it with tannins or other chemicals.
- Modern tannage uses chromium salts instead of natural tree bark.
- The tannage of cowhide takes several weeks to complete.
- The quality of the leather depends on the tannage method used.
- The product or result of tanning; leather that has been tanned.
- The tannage from that factory is known for its rich color.
- The artisan selected a fine tannage for the handbag.
- This tannage is soft and durable, perfect for shoes.