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English

Etymology 1

leather +? man

Noun

leatherman (plural leathermen)

1. A member of a homosexual male subculture that grew out of male-only motorcycle clubs formed by homosexual veterans returning from World War II, stressing masculinity in contradiction to androgynous and effeminate gay stereotypes, characterized by a fetish for leather gear and clothing, a sense of hierarchy, and a fraternal, militaristic code of protocol and behavior, often involving BDSM practices.

Etymology 2

From the name of the manufacturer, Leatherman Tool Group, named after Timothy Leatherman.

Noun

leatherman (plural leathermen)

1. A multitool, usually with a plier head as the central implement, that has an array of other implements such as knives, screwdrivers, can openers, files, saws, and so on.

Usage notes

Although genericized use of this trademark is understood in casual speech, multitool and everyday carry enthusiasts usually reserve the trademark to its brand and call the class of tools multitools.

Translations

English

Noun

leathermen

1. plural of leatherman