Bible Dictionaries
Skive

Webster's Dictionary

(1):

(n.) The iron lap used by diamond polishers in finishing the facets of the gem.

(2):

(v. t.) To pare or shave off the rough or thick parts of (hides or leather).

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Skive'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​s/skive.html. 1828.