degras
- noun
- Archaic
- Traditional tanneries often use degras to soften and waterproof high-quality leather.
Examples
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The boots are treated with degras to improve their durability and resistance to water.
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After processing, the hides were soaked in degras to achieve the desired texture.
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The degras is mixed with other oils.
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Can you show me how to use degras?
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After processing, the hides were soaked in degras to achieve the desired texture.
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Traditional tanneries often use degras to soften and waterproof high-quality leather.
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The boots are treated with degras to improve their durability and resistance to water.
Synonyms
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9.9
An extract from a South American tree used to treat leather and make glue
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9.9
A pale yellow liquid from cattle feet and legs that softens and protects leather
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9.6
A fatty oil from a small sea fish used to make paints, inks, and treat leather
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9.9
An oil made from whale fat used long ago for lamps and soap
Surface Forms
Etymology
Degras comes from French gras, which means 'fat' and is like the English word 'grease'. So degras is a fatty, greasy mixture used to soften and make leather waterproof, which explains its name.