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Tannery

usgb/ˈtænəri/Volume
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Industry Specific

Used in the context of manufacturing and trade, especially in fashion and leather goods.

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After visiting the tannery, we better understood the leather production process.
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Historical Significance

Points to a historical trade; tanneries were more common when most goods were handmade.

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The historic district still has remnants of an old tannery.
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Odor Association

Tanneries are often noted for their distinctive smell, due to chemicals used in tanning.

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You could tell there was a tannery nearby from the strong odor in the air.
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