I.a prepared hide, tanned skin, piece of leather, Hdt.; opp. to δέρρις (an undressed hide), Thuc.:— διφθέραι were used for writing-material in ancient times, before papyrus came in, Hdt.
II.a leathern garment such as peasants wore, Ar., Plat.
2.a wallet, bag, Xen.
3.in pl. skins used as tents, id=Xen.