sheepskin

noun

sheep·​skin ˈshēp-ˌskin How to pronounce sheepskin (audio)
1
a
: the skin of a sheep
also : leather prepared from it
b
c
: a garment made of or lined with sheepskin
2

Examples of sheepskin in a Sentence

a bag made of sheepskin jobs that don't require a sheepskin
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It’s lined with a fuzzy wool blend that will keep your feet warm and cozy while commuting to work or window shopping in the cold, and its fluffy sheepskin detailing adds a touch of fashionable flair. Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024 The collection also includes Miu Miu’s Wander bag done in sheepskin, and a pair of chunky snow boots. Samantha Conti, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024 The lounge-y living room features custom Pierre Frey Teddy Mohair drapes in Mousse, a custom sofa in black velvet, Audo’s Tired Man chair in chocolate sheepskin, a vintage Moroccan Tuareg rug, and Difane’s Estela lamp. Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2024 Overland Iris Toscana Sheepskin Vest Overland Iris Toscana Sheepskin Vest Splurge on this statement Toscana sheepskin vest for the chic fashionista in your life this holiday season. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sheepskin 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of sheepskin was in the 13th century

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“Sheepskin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sheepskin. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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sheepskin

noun
sheep·​skin ˈshēp-ˌskin How to pronounce sheepskin (audio)
1
: the skin of a sheep or leather made from it
2
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