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

Donegal sweaters made from merino wool from Ireland, herringbone sack suits, plaid cashmere CPO overshirts and pinstripe Oxford shirts complement the graphic Ts, classic hoodies and five-pocket jeans. —David Moin, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026

However, all those associations can mask how simple and effective the beanie is at warming the skull in a cold snap, particularly when said beanie is made from a highly insulating fabric like cashmere or geelong. —Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026

Think a flash of crimson red underneath a black winter coat, or a subtle pastel yellow peeking out from a grey cashmere. —Minty Mellon, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2026

Safe and Unsafe Products for Cashmere Because cashmere is a very delicate fabric, use products specifically formulated for it. —Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026

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