{ } n.; pl. Kivikivies (&unr_;), Kiwikiwies (Zool.) Any species of Apteryx, esp. Apteryx australis; -- so called in imitation of its notes. More commonly called kiwi. See Apteryx. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. 1. The act of paring or splitting leather or skins. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A piece made in paring or splitting leather; specifically, the part from the inner, or flesh, side. [ 1913 Webster ]