Fleshings

/ˈflɛʃɪŋz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fleshing; the byproducts of flesh removal in leather-making, or multiple instances of substantiating ideas.

Etymology

Regular plural of 'fleshing' (flesh + -ing + -s). In leather trades, 'fleshings' specifically referred to the scraps and removed matter from the fleshing process.

Kelly Says

Animal byproducts were incredibly valuable in medieval and early modern economies—'fleshings' from the leather trade were used for glue, soap, and fertilizer, so nothing was wasted!

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