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couro cru

[KOH-oo-roo KROO]
nounmasculinepl: couros crus
raw hide; untanned leather; vegetable-tanned leather
1. Leather that has been treated minimally and retains its natural color and texture, often used for crafts and leather goods
The artisan crafted a wallet from couro cru that will develop a natural patina over time.
O artesão confeccionou uma carteira de couro cru que desenvolverá uma pátina natural com o tempo.
2. Untreated or minimally processed animal hide
Couro cru is preferred by leather workers for its durability and aging characteristics.
Couro cru é preferido pelos curtidores pela sua durabilidade e características de envelhecimento.
Synonyms
couro naturalcouro vegetalcouro curtidocouro bruto
Antonyms
couro acabadocouro sintéticocouro artificial

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
couro cru
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
couro cru
Common in leather goods manufacturing industry
Portugal
couro curtido naturalmente
More descriptive term often preferred

Related Idioms & Phrases

trabalhar com couro cru
acabamento em couro cru
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