| 释义 |
skin·ner
\ˈskinə(r)\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English skynner, from skyn, skin skin + -er
1.
a. : one that deals in skins, pelts, or hides
b. : one that removes, cures, or dresses skins
2. : one of a band of guerillas and irregular cavalry claiming attachment to either the British or American troops and operating in Westchester county in New York during the American Revolution — compare cowboy 2a
3.
a. : one that swindles, cheats, or engages in sharp bargaining
b. : a bet won at long odds
4.
a. : a driver of draft animals : teamster
< skinners driving six- and eight-horse teams — American Guide Series: Montana >
b. : an operator of a large piece of construction equipment
< steam-shovel skinners — Clark Craig >
5. : skin man |