SHAGREEN


Meaning of SHAGREEN in English

[ ʃa'gri:n ]

■ noun

1》 sharkskin used for decoration or as an abrasive.

2》 untanned leather with a rough granulated surface.

Origin

C17: var. of chagrin in the sense 'rough skin'.

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