shearling

noun

shear·​ling ˈshir-liŋ How to pronounce shearling (audio)
: skin from a recently sheared sheep or lamb that has been tanned and dressed with the wool left on

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They’re designed for indoor and outdoor wear thanks to a durable outsole and warm shearling lining that protects against chilly temperatures. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025 The shearling boots from the Talia Byre x Ugg collaboration. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025 This model by Unikome features plush foam padding covered in soft, upholstered faux shearling, supported by sturdy rubberwood legs. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2025 On chillier days, pair it with Chelsea boots, tights, and a boxy wool overcoat, or don a sheer silk top and cropped shearling bomber jacket for a look that’s equal parts sexy and edgy—ideal for date night in Paris. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shearling

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Shearling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shearling. Accessed 27 Sep. 2025.

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