anthropodermic
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Anthropodermic bibliopegy — is the practice of binding books in human skin. Though uncommon in modern times, the technique dates back to at least the 17th century. HistorySurviving historical examples of this technique include anatomy texts bound with the skin of dissected… … Wikipedia
anthropodermic — an·thro·po·dermic … English syllables
anthropodermic — | ̷ ̷(ˌ) ̷ ̷(ˌ) ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ adjective Etymology: anthrop + dermic : consisting of human skin … Useful english dictionary
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Flaying — is the removal of skin from the body. Generally, an attempt is made to keep the removed portion of skin intact. copeAn animal may be flayed in preparation for human consumption, or for its hide or fur; this is more commonly called skinning.… … Wikipedia
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