cashmere

noun

cash·​mere ˈkazh-ˌmir  ˈkash- 

1

: fine wool from the undercoat of the cashmere goat

also : a yarn of this wool

2

: a soft twilled fabric made originally from cashmere

Examples of cashmere in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Using the finest natural materials, such as worsted wool, silk, cashmere, velvet, corduroy and linen, Knatchbull champions responsible textile producers with transparent supply chains. —Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025

Finer garments, especially those made from cashmere, are often only suitable for dry cleaning. —Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2025

Caslon’s 72 percent-off crewneck is made from 100 percent cashmere and is every bit as luxurious as $300 versions. —Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025

Among the highlights are The Landscapes, where miniature models of regions like the Andes, China, and New Zealand provide context for the rare fibers sourced from these areas, including cashmere and vicuña. —Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Cashmere (Kashmir)

First Known Use

1684, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing cashmere

• cashmere goat

Kids Definition

cashmere

noun

cash·​mere ˈkazh-ˌmi(ə)r 

ˈkash-

1

: fine wool from the undercoat of cashmere goats

2

: a soft yarn or fabric once made from cashmere wool but now often from sheep's wool