1. a person who avoids work or responsibility
Usage: British informal
2. a thin layer of leather split from a thicker piece
Usage: technical

Examples

• Don’t be such a skiver – help us with the project.
• The teacher caught the skiver hiding in the library during PE class.
• He’s known as a skiver who always finds excuses to avoid meetings.
• The bookbinder used skiver for the delicate cover work.
• High-quality skiver is essential for fine leather goods.