Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Skive \Skive\, n. [Cf. Icel. sk[=i]fa a shaving, slice, E.
   shive, sheave.]
   The iron lap used by diamond polishers in finishing the
   facets of the gem.

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

Source : WordNet®

skive
     v : remove the surface of; "skive leather"