moleskin

noun

mole·​skin ˈmōl-ˌskin 

1

: the skin of the mole used as fur

2

a

: a heavy durable cotton fabric with a short thick velvety nap on one side

b

: a garment made of moleskin

—usually plural

c

: adhesive padding (as for blisters) made of moleskin

Examples of moleskin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

My beloved barn jacket dates back to 19th-century France—referred to as a chore coat or bleu de travail—where it was worn among farmers and laborers who relied on its tough, moleskin fabric to get them through fieldwork. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Aug. 2026

Raman sat down at the outdoor café in Griffith Park and placed a black moleskin notebook on the table. — Maxwell Adler, Vanity Fair, 29 July 2026

Pack a few moleskin strips in your suitcase to combat foot swelling after long days of exploring. — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026

They are typically made of moleskin or gel. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

moleskin

noun

mole·​skin ˈmōl-ˌskin 

: adhesive padding (such as for blisters) typically made of a heavy, durable, cotton fabric with a soft nap on one side