cowhide Meaning & Definition
/ˈkaʊˌhaɪd/
What Does Cowhide Mean?
Cowhide is used as a noun meaning A hide of a cow. It is also used to mean Any quantity of hides of cows. As a verb, it means To flog with a cowhide.
Word Facts for Cowhide
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkaʊˌhaɪd/ |
| Synonyms | cowskin |
| Plural | cowhides |
| Verb forms | cowhides, cowhiding, cowhided |
Cowhide Definition (Noun)
- A hide of a cow.
- Any quantity of hides of cows.
- Leather made from the hide of cows.
- A coarse whip made of untanned leather.
Cowhide as a Verb
- To flog with a cowhide.
Synonyms of Cowhide
Cowhide synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
cowhide (countable and uncountable, plural cowhides)
cowhide (third-person singular simple present cowhides, present participle cowhiding, simple past and past participle cowhided)
Origin of Cowhide
From cow + hide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cowhide
Is cowhide a noun or a verb?
Cowhide is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for cowhide?
You can replace cowhide with words such as cowskin. See the full list of cowhide synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of cowhide?
The plural of cowhide is cowhides.
What is the past tense of cowhide?
The past tense of cowhide is cowhided. The present participle is cowhiding.