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

Channel her look with this cashmere sweater from Quince — a brand worn by stars like Mindy Kaling and Jessica Alba. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025

The Row has introduced several sweatshirt and hoodie styles in cotton and cashmere. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2025

It’s made from Grade-A Mongolian cashmere and available in plus sizes in brown (pictured above), camel, oatmeal, black, dusty blue, and heather gray. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025

The 100 percent Mongolian cashmere weave is dense and substantial, delivering serious warmth while still feeling incredibly soft and luxurious. —Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 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