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pigskin

noun

Definition of pigskin

as in sheepskin

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Recent Examples of pigskin The Super Bowl champ then shows the comic the sweet spot on the pigskin where his fingers should go. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2026 Get Tough Purchase ones made from cowhide, goatskin, or pigskin leather or abrasion-resistant canvas that will be harder for thorns to penetrate. — Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026 Our pigskin peninsula is quickly turning into a roundball republic! — Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026 In an age of sports specialization, with elite young athletes being increasingly pushed to concentrate on just one craft, Darnold said putting down the pigskin in favor of the roundball every winter played a key role in his development. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 8 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pigskin

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Noun

The crossover sandals are made from a smooth, soft-to-the-touch Italian sheepskin leather, while a cushioned OrthoLite footbed provides all-day comfort.

— Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
This piece looks and feels much more luxe than its $134 price tag would imply thanks to the buttery soft Italian leather construction and sheepskin lining.

— Essence Wiley, InStyle, 12 June 2026

Definition of sheepskin

Noun

The first violins were strung with sheep intestines, while early timpanis bore heads made from goatskin.

— Walden Green, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2026
Traditionally carved from a single piece of wood and topped with goatskin, the djembe has played a vital role in African societies for centuries.

— CBS News, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of goatskin

Noun

As a new baseball season gets underway, here’s hoping that the owners’ memories are jolted by the smell of Cracker Jack® and horsehide.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Garvey, the former Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres first baseman and National League most valuable player in 1974, has played the baseball card to the hilt, even passing out autographed horsehides at many campaign stops.

— Thomas Elias, The Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2024

Definition of horsehide

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The Avenger Automatic 42 pairs a blue dial with a stainless-steel case and a blue calfskin leather strap accented with red stitching.

— Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
The brand debuted an entirely new family of mules crafted in polished calfskin and suede, alongside expanded colorways for bestsellers such as the Matt New and Chris.

— Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 21 June 2026

Definition of calfskin

Noun

The politician started the team as a positive force for school-age kids, to keep kids in school, off drugs and out of gangs through athletic acrobatic practice and performance.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
These two summer nutrition programs work in concert to provide a solution to the long-standing challenge of summer hunger for kids.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 July 2026

Definition of kid

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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

Noun

Adidas put Bad Bunny in its World Cup ad and a $160 F50 sneaker on shelves, then handed its Predator boot to Hermès designer Grace Wales Bonner, who produced a $350 snakeskin version.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 23 June 2026

Definition of snakeskin

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