Definition of Skive

1. Verb. Remove the surface of. "Skive leather"

Generic synonyms: Shave

Definition of Skive

1. n. The iron lap used by diamond polishers in finishing the facets of the gem.

2. v. t. To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of (hides or leather).

Definition of Skive

1. to pare [v SKIVED, SKIVING, SKIVES] - See also: pare

Lexicographical Neighbors of Skive

skittish
skittishly
skittishness
skittishnesses
skittle
skittle
skittle-dog
skittled
skittles
skittles
skittle alley
skittle ball
skittle pin
skittling
skitty
skive (current term)
skived
skiver
skiver
skivered
skivering
skivers
skives
skivie
skivier
skiviest
skiving
skiving
skivings
skivvied

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