Associations to the word «Skive»

SKIVE, noun. The iron lap used by diamond polishers in finishing the facets of the gem.

SKIVE, verb. To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of (hides or leather).

SKIVE, verb. (British) To avoid one's lessons or, sometimes, work. Chiefly at school or university.

SKIVE OFF, verb. (UK) (informal) To skive; to play truant; to slack off.

SKIVE, verb. Remove the surface of; "skive leather".