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coonskin

noun

Definition of coonskin

as in bearskin

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Recent Examples of coonskin With his yellowy eyes, sadistic laugh and coonskin hat, Farkus looked every bit the villain in this childhood favorite. — Mike Miller, People.com, 19 Dec. 2024 The heads of Max, Melvin and Buff (deer, moose and buffalo, respectively) still hang on the wall and comment on the proceedings, while Sammy the Raccoon also is still around — but is no longer acting as a living coonskin cap. — Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2024 With his yellowy eyes, sadistic laugh and coonskin hat, Farkus looked every bit the villain in this childhood classic. — Mike Miller, Peoplemag, 17 Dec. 2023 On a table outside the auction, there’s a black-and-white picture of Smith tucked up under the shoulder of John Wayne, who’s wearing a coonskin cap. — Kevin Sherrington, Dallas News, 28 July 2021 Davy Crockett is famous for rocking a coonskin cap up to his dying day, which many historians believe was March 6, 1836 while defending the Alamo. — René A. Guzman, ExpressNews.com, 25 Aug. 2020 The neuroscience major will officially don the mountaineer’s coonskin cap, buckskins and rifle at the Gold-Blue Spring Game on Saturday, April 18. — USA TODAY, 10 Mar. 2020

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Noun

Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) UK, which has led several campaigns against the use of bearskins, said Freedom of Information data showed that 22 bearskin caps were ordered in 2024 and 96 in 2025.

— James Frater, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
The Changing of the Guard ceremony features soldiers wearing heavy ceremonial uniforms and bearskin hats.

— Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 24 June 2026

Definition of bearskin

Noun

In Greenland, the sealskin trade is a major enterprise, providing income for thousands of Inuit hunters.

— Ivor Prickett, New York Times, 24 July 2026
The land, however, in the time of the child with the sealskin shoes, is very different from Tomás’s day.

— Maggie O’Farrell, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026

Definition of sealskin

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Leather Fringe Long before America was colonized, Indigenous tribes like the Lakota and Shoshone in the Great Plains region sewed deerskin fringe trim on their garments.

— Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026
The breadth of accessories increases season after season, with summer loafers and sneakers crafted from fine leathers, such as deerskin, and leather and canvas bags.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026

Definition of deerskin

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Per TimeandDate, the beaver moon gets its name from the time of year when beavers traditionally become busy preparing their dams and lodges for winter.

— Michael d'Estries, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2026
The preferred method of managing beaver is not to hunt or trap them.

— Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of beaver

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Five years ago, Will Tindall walked onto a scrubby sheep field beside the F1 circuit at Silverstone in Northamptonshire, England.

— Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2026
Beyond its vineyard and winery, the property features pastures and livestock pens designed for cattle, horses, sheep and pigs.

— Joan Lynch, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of sheep

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In the Gaelic game, players regularly kick a leather ball that is heavier than an American pigskin.

— Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 7 Nov. 2026
The Hotshot is made from duraleather and real pigskin suede overlays, and per usual, your recipient won’t have to struggle to put on their shoes, thanks to the no-tie laces and slip-in design.

— Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of pigskin

Noun

Zembower also questioned the ban on the sale of rabbits and whether the bans would eventually be proposed for other animals, including turtles and snakes.

— Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026
If this is really a hint, Gandalf can’t figure it out and leaves to fetch the rabbit Tom Bombadil has requested.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of rabbit

Noun

The alpine lodge features just four private timber and stone-hewn chalets, all kitted out with sheepskin carpets and possum fur-throws.

— Luke Abrahams, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
The boots feature a plush wool-blend lining, a water-repellent sheepskin upper, and an outsole designed for better traction, durability, and comfort.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2026

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