adjective
- having a tough, leathery texture or appearance
Usage: botanical; technical
Examples
- The coriaceous leaves of the oak tree resist tearing.
- Many desert plants have coriaceous foliage to conserve water.
- The botanist noted the coriaceous texture of the specimen.
- Coriaceous bark protects the tree from harsh weather.
- The plant’s coriaceous surface felt rough to the touch.
- Evergreen shrubs often develop coriaceous leaves over time.