goatskin

noun

goat·​skin ˈgōt-ˌskin 

1

: the skin of a goat

2

: leather made from goatskin

Examples of goatskin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In this hilltop beyond the realm of agriculture, the hermit has installed himself, wearing goatskins and stinking of musk. — Max Norman, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

The goatskin leather is machine-washable and will not dry out or shrink. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

The Oxfords have a lace-up front with cotton laces, goatskin lining and a leather outsole. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 13 July 2026

Get Tough Purchase ones made from cowhide, goatskin, or pigskin leather or abrasion-resistant canvas that will be harder for thorns to penetrate. — Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

goatskin

noun

goat·​skin -ˌskin 

: the skin of a goat or a leather made from it