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sealskin

noun

Definition of sealskin

as in bearskin

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Recent Examples of sealskin The animal-rights movement of the seventies had driven down demand for sealskin, cratering prices. — Ben Taub, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025 Our elders know how to make tools and sealskin pants the right way. — Jennie Punter, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025 The visitors admired the traditional regalia that whaling crews donned later in the day and participated in the blanket toss, with children jumping on the sealskin blanket and a few adults in the group helping hold it up. — Alena Naiden, Anchorage Daily News, 1 Aug. 2023 Her sealskin confiscated from her, hidden or locked away, the selkie is trapped in her human form. — Jennifer Berney, Outside Online, 7 Apr. 2023 See All Example Sentences for sealskin

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Noun

The Changing of the Guard ceremony features soldiers wearing heavy ceremonial uniforms and bearskin hats.

— Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 24 June 2026
The queen also accessorized with a Philip Treacy hat that was akin to the bearskin hats worn by the Grenadier Guards.

— Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 13 June 2026

Definition of bearskin

Noun

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

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

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

Definition of coonskin

Noun

The species—which looks like a strange mix of a dog, zebra, and a kangaroo—was hunted to extinction, largely because European settlers blamed them for attacks on sheep, poultry, and other livestock.

— Taylor Dotson, Scientific American, 10 July 2026
Popular among outdoor enthusiasts and scenic travelers, the archipelago boasts seemingly endless roads and more sheep than human residents.

— Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Definition of sheep

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The set features merfolk, seals, homarids and deities that rule over the undersea plane of Nauctis amidst tensions brewing between two warring kingdoms.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 17 July 2026
The boutique’s signature seal is the Double Cherry, rendered throughout the space in a bright red.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Definition of seal

Noun

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

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