shearling

noun

shear·​ling ˈshir-liŋ How to pronounce shearling (audio)
: skin from a recently sheared sheep or lamb that has been tanned and dressed with the wool left on

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These slip-on shoes, $25 off, feature a fluffy genuine shearling collar, EVA soles, and a simple suede upper. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025 The shearling is still fluffy, and the soles are sturdy. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025 The popular pick from Target is made from plush chenille fabric with a faux shearling reverse, giving it a luxurious look and feel at just $20. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025 Inside the boot, California shearling creates an enveloping sense of warmth, while a semi-transparent gum sole reveals the ERL logo underneath the shoe. Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shearling

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shearling was in the 14th century

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“Shearling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shearling. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.

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