leatherjacket

noun — 4 senses

leatherjacket

noun

US /ˈlɛðɚd͡ʒækɪt/

Etymology From leather + jacket.

1

The larva of certain crane flies.

2

Any of several brightly coloured tropical fishes, of the family Balistidae, including the filefish and the triggerfish; leatherfish.

3

Any of several Atlantic fishes, of the genus Oligoplites, that have a leathery skin; leatherjack.

4

Obsolete grey gum (Eucalyptus punctata).

Derived terms
smooth leatherjacket, velvet leatherjacket
Related terms
leathercloth, leathercoat, straitjacket, yellowjacket

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