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

Shoppers have opted to create a matching set with Quince cashmere sweatpants that are available in similar colors. —Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025

Jeans, a white tee, and a cozy cashmere sweater—comfortable but still polished. —Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025

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, 4 Nov. 2025

The 29-year-old son of luxury titan Bernard Arnault joins the Italian brand, known for its fine cashmere, at a strong time for the house, which has become a poster child for the quiet luxury trend. —Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 4 Nov. 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