snakeskin

noun

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

Examples of snakeskin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The former clawed her fang-like nails at an American Flag with snakeskin below highlighted under eyes. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Apr. 2024 That someone being Sofia Vergara, who arrived at the America's Got Talent season 19 red carpet on March 26 in a black snakeskin bustier that Griselda Blanco (the ‘80s drug lord Vergara portrayed on Netflix’s Griselda) probably would have killed her for. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2024 Right now, a bunch of boots are marked down big time, from the versatile Darcy Ankle Boot to the notice-me Essex ankle boot in snakeskin (now just $45). Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2024 Gray anticipates an uptick in fun sartorial details like snakeskin, sequins, and striking colors in the coming months — don’t be afraid to stand out against the season’s stark backdrop. Calin Van Paris, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2024 For Gomez’s femme fatale look, stylist Erin Walsh selected a matching faux snakeskin trench coat and miniskirt from Rejina Pyo (the trench retails for $1,135 and the skirt is $355). Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2023 The brand is known for its ornate, eye-catching designs (including this iconic Lace Butterfly Dress), and this latest show was nothing short of stunning; top themes were silk fabrics, snakeskin prints, and bright florals. Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2024 The special edition uniforms feature black snakeskin print, 'LA 24' emblazoned on the belt and Bryant's 8 and 24 jersey numbers printed on each knee of the shorts, respectively. Chris Barilla, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024 Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier snakeskin boots to really fire them up about her forthcoming Taylor’s Version album. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024

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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 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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