lambskin

noun

lamb·​skin ˈlam-ˌskin How to pronounce lambskin (audio)
: a lamb's skin or a small fine-grade sheepskin or the leather made from either
specifically : such a skin dressed with the wool on and used especially for winter clothing

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Per the brand's website, the skirt is made with 100% lambskin and features a textured trim with braided chains and eyelets. Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025 The model wore the Jilly jacket from The Row, which is made of lambskin leather and features an oversize silhouette with a detachable hood and drawstring hem. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 Ankle boots hug the leg made in supple lambskin, while loafers are sculpted with slender lines and delicate piping. Stephen Garner, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025 Detailing includes a heritage side lock, top handles, a detachable strap, and a premium lambskin lining. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lambskin

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lambskin was in the 14th century

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“Lambskin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lambskin. Accessed 15 May. 2025.

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lambskin

noun
lamb·​skin ˈlam-ˌskin How to pronounce lambskin (audio)
: a lamb's skin or a small fine-grade sheepskin or leather made from either

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