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

This Quince cashmere crewneck has basically lived in my travel rotation. — Ariana Dickson, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026

Shoppers say the Mongolian cashmere is breathable and brings texture to simple ensembles. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

Malina recommends linen, wool, cashmere, cotton, or velvet for living rooms instead. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 24 June 2026

Most garments made of wool, silk, cashmere, mohair, leather, spandex, fleece, or microfiber should not be washed with chlorine bleach. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 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