sheepskin

noun

sheep·​skin ˈshēp-ˌskin 

1

a

: the skin of a sheep

also : leather prepared from it

b

: parchment

c

: a garment made of or lined with sheepskin

2

: diploma

Examples of sheepskin in a Sentence

a bag made of sheepskin

jobs that don't require a sheepskin

Recent Examples on the Web

The lining is a super soft sheepskin and the outside has been treated with water repellant to help deter water and keep the shoes looking clean. —Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 13 Mar. 2024

Here, a sheepskin sweatband is snipped to size and installed with a vintage Singer sewing machine. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Mar. 2024

And Vintage Styles Pair an antique table with modern Ikea chairs topped with faux sheepskins. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2024

In early December, Goldener Hirsch is launching a new après experience on the terrace outfitted with sheepskin rugs, outdoor fireplaces, a Bavarian pretzel cart and cocktails galore. —Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2023

According to Aero Leathers director Denny Calder, early prototypes of the B-3 jacket were made in 1937 from unsealed sheepskin that retained its natural, off-white color. —Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 21 Feb. 2024

The nine-time Grammy winner sported a sheepskin leather coat, oversized cream sweater and sunglasses, while her beau wore a three-piece suit and sunglasses. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have been celebrating their love lately. —Ilana Kaplan, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024

This faux fur rug has the look of real sheepskin, and the anti-slip backing stayed put no matter what. —Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2024

Ugg, known for its sheepskin boot originating in Australia, will open at entry six beside Old Navy. —Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 8 Feb. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

sheepskin

noun

sheep·​skin ˈshēp-ˌskin 

1

: the skin of a sheep or leather made from it

2

: diploma