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ledrig

leathery, tough

adjective LAY-drikh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Also means

hide-like

Usage Note

Ledrig describes a texture resembling leather — tough, slightly dry, resistant to biting. Typically used of overcooked meat (ledriges Steak), dry skin, or plant leaves. It implies undesirable toughness rather than the positive qualities of actual leather.

Examples

"Das Steak war viel zu lang gebraten und schmeckte ledrig."

Natural Translation

The steak was cooked far too long and tasted leathery.

Literal Translation

The steak was grilled far too long and tasted leathery.

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