cashmere

noun

cash·mere | \ ˈkazh-ˌmir,

ˈkash-\

Definition of cashmere

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

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Thread count does not take the quality of the fabric into account, however, meaning sheets made from burlap could have the same thread count as those manufactured from cashmere. — Jodi Helmer, ELLE Decor, "Beddings Basics," 19 Oct. 2011 This sweater is made from Inner Mongolian cashmere, which is considered the best in the industry. — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, "This $99 Cashmere Sweater from L.L.Bean is a Total Steal," 17 Dec. 2018 Though best known for their ultrasoft (and ultraexpensive) cashmere, the label’s cotton shirts are equally supple. — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, "The Chambray Shirt: Why Every Man Needs This All-American Staple," 3 July 2018 The textures of silk, velvet, cashmere, and embroidery enliven the room. — Jen Renzi, House Beautiful, "Transforming a Traditional Tudor into a Youthful Family Home," 15 Jan. 2014 The rest of us generally need a little more help, usually in the form of prescription pharmaceuticals, 1-2 miniature bottles of cheap chardonnay, or a swath of thick cashmere and something lavender scented. — Condé Nast Traveler, "5 Travel Kits that Will Actually Help You Sleep on a Plane," 22 Mar. 2018 There’s 50% off all coats, cashmere, boots, designer jeans, and Vince sweaters. — Glamour, "All The Black Friday Fashion Deals You Need to Know," 22 Nov. 2018 The Row super 180s cashmere and wool mohair gabardine suits, $4,600 and $4,200, The Row, 17 East 71st Street, New York Photo: Ethan James Green for WSJ. — Christina Binkley, WSJ, "Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s The Row Launches Menswear," 27 Aug. 2018 Lead image credits: Chanel cashmere and wool dress, $2,300 at 15 E. 57th St. Jennifer Fisher hoop earrings, $450 at Jennifer Fisher. — Allison P. Davis, The Cut, "Jorja Smith Hopes She Isn’t Boring You," 7 June 2018

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