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Leather: Not a happy support for oils as it is a substance that is open to deterioration from a number of sources. It is difficult to control the movement of the material. There have been some instan . . . View Full Definition

Inside The Leather: Closer to the hole than the length of the putter (from the head to where the grip begins), archaic: putters used to be of uniform length and the shortest club in the bag, and grips used to b . . . View Full Definition

Leathers: The form-fitting leather suit a rider wears on the street or track. Racing leathers feature special, sturdy stitching, abrasion-resistant hides, and foam and plastic armor at key points such . . . View Full Definition

Flash Some Leather: Make a great defensive play.

Gloves: Hand apparel covering all or part of the hand and fingers. Motorcycle gloves provide additional safety and protective features. They are usually constructed of a durable material, such as le . . . View Full Definition

Chaps: Most motorcycle riders like to have some protection on their legs while riding. A pair of leather chaps does the trick. Chaps usually have snaps near the ankles and a zipper down the legs. T . . . View Full Definition

Puck: The puck is made of vulcanized rubber, and is one inch thick and three inches in diameter and weighs between five and one-half ounces and six ounces. The rules committee must approve all puc . . . View Full Definition

Saddlebags: Saddlebags are either soft or hard containers attached over the rear fender of a motorcycle. They hang down on each side of the bike and provide storage for items that are carried on the bik . . . View Full Definition

Series: A narrative form that presents weekly episodes, usually self-contained, with a defined set of recurring characters.

Prepared Piano: Piano whose sound is altered by the insertion of various materials (metal, rubber, leather and paper) between the strings: invented by John Cage.