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

Think of it as the shampoo equivalent of a cashmere sweater: soft, protective, and kind to sensitive types. —Neha Tandon, Glamour, 19 May 2025

The pattern is embroidered in cashmere and silk with sparkling sequins that add a unique texture to the red carpet look. —Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 May 2025

High-end fabrics such as wool, cashmere and silk have lower tariff rates than the cotton, polyester and nylon used to manufacture inexpensive clothing and sneakers. —Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025

The Genesis Concept also showed attention to creature comforts such as glass roof panels, cashmere upholstery and lounge-like seating. —Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 5 May 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