Thesaurus results for SHEEPSKIN

sheepskin

noun

Definition of sheepskin

as in lambskin

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Recent Examples of sheepskin The decor with sheepskin rugs and arm lamps for reading lights is neither flashy nor overtly quirky, but simple and homey, as if it were designed by a tasteful Scandinavian grandmother who relocated to the wilds of Patagonia. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026 Cushy seating is ideal for napping, reading, working from home, or avoiding the news of course, especially when done up in decadent velvet or plush sheepskin. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2026 Instead of masking smells with fragrance sprays, which can stain or stiffen sheepskin, all of our experts suggested using baking soda and cornstarch for removing odors. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026 The brand’s signature sheepskin lining. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sheepskin

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Noun

The collection presented by creative director Michael Rider included a reinvention of Reebok‘s Freestyle sneaker, showcasing it in distressed lambskin leather in colorways included white, dark brown and black.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
Cardi, who is already the owner of an impressive Birkin collection by Hermès, started her haul by showcasing her new lambskin Chanel 25 Mini Handbag from the Métiers d'Art 2026 collection.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026

Definition of lambskin

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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

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 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

The Canadian Football League has been providing die-hard pigskin enthusiasts with an early fix for their football yearnings each summer for decades.

— Juan Carlos Blanco, Forbes.com, 4 June 2026
After pigskin season ended, these people reasoned, activity might dwindle for a little while.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 19 May 2026

Definition of pigskin

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Though Australians may be used to seeing other types of seals on their coasts – fur seals, leopard seals – Neil’s species is much less common, adding to his appeal.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
The proposal builds on existing seals for civics education and biliteracy to recognize high school graduates for civic and language excellence.

— Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of seal

Noun

The leather for the upper of the shoe once came from kangaroo hide (not cowhide).

— Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
Both types of drums are traditionally large, made with wood and cowhide skins that are sometimes tacked onto the body with metal studs, rings or rope.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 17 June 2026

Definition of cowhide

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