
Tannery
Industry Specific
Used in the context of manufacturing and trade, especially in fashion and leather goods.
After visiting the tannery, we better understood the leather production process.
Historical Significance
Points to a historical trade; tanneries were more common when most goods were handmade.
The historic district still has remnants of an old tannery.
Odor Association
Tanneries are often noted for their distinctive smell, due to chemicals used in tanning.
You could tell there was a tannery nearby from the strong odor in the air.
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