noun
- the trade or craft of preparing and dressing leather by treating it with curry (a mixture of oils and other substances)
- a workshop or establishment where leather is curried
Usage: archaic or historical; chiefly British
Usage: archaic or historical
Examples
- The curriery in the old town district was known for its high-quality leather goods.
- He apprenticed in a curriery to learn the traditional methods of leather treatment.
- The curriery produced leather that was prized for its durability and finish.
- Medieval currieries were essential to the leather-working industry.