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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They’re equipped with excellent traction to tackle everything from snowy sidewalks to slippery metro stairs, and the fuzzy shearling lining keeps my feet toasty without overheating. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 28 Jan. 2026 One side has tufted pink hearts, while the other is faux shearling that works well beyond Valentine’s Day. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 28 Jan. 2026 The latest collection tipped an earflap cap to aviator style, showcasing shearling bombers, leather trenches, and coats with stand-up buckle collars. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026 While Nour Hammour was founded in 2013 to create the proverbial perfect leather jacket, the brand has zeroed in on shearlings that speak to a luxury consumer who is newly conscious of sustainability. Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 23 Jan. 2026 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 1 Feb. 2026.

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