snakeskin

noun

snake·​skin ˈsnāk-ˌskin How to pronounce snakeskin (audio)
Synonyms of snakeskinnext
: leather prepared from the skin of a snake

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At just 3 months old, North was gifted several outfits during Paris Fashion Week — including a leather dress from Alexander Wang, a mini white lab coat from Maison Martin Margiela, a custom Bambi tee from Givenchy and cozy menswear-style sweaters and snakeskin slip-ons from Céline. Lydia Price, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026 Well-versed in accessorizing, Harper completed the look with a matching turquoise bracelet, a diamond ring, a matching diamond necklace on a thin silver chain, and a snakeskin clutch. Staff Author, InStyle, 12 June 2026 Also incorporated within the low-slung structure are many of Himmel’s original elements, including snakeskin wallpaper in a closet, a diner-style bar, and reflective silver covering one of the rooms. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 June 2026 If plain ballet flats feel a little too safe, this snakeskin Mary Jane is a nice middle ground. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for snakeskin

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snakeskin was in 1825

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“Snakeskin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snakeskin. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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snakeskin

noun
snake·​skin ˈsnāk-ˌskin How to pronounce snakeskin (audio)
: the skin of a snake or leather made from it

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