snakeskin

noun

Definition of snakeskinnext
as in crocodile

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Recent Examples of snakeskin Larroude’s best-selling Biarritz style, which features a metallic toe accent, comes in a a bunch of colors combos including this fun tan and light blue snakeskin one. — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026 Also incorporated within the low-slung structure are many of Himmel’s original elements, including snakeskin wallpaper in a closet, a diner-style bar, and reflective silver covering one of the rooms. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 June 2026 If plain ballet flats feel a little too safe, this snakeskin Mary Jane is a nice middle ground. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026 For a playful take on the tried-and-true combo, style a pair of cigarette jeans with a button-up in a slightly different wash, finishing the look with eye-catching shoes—say, cherry-red flats or snakeskin wedges. — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for snakeskin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for snakeskin
  1. crocodile
  2. alligator
  3. calfskin
  4. goatskin
  5. lambskin
  6. sharkskin
  7. deerskin
  8. sheepskin
Noun
  • Jennifer Lopez rocks an Hermés crocodile handbag while attending Paris Fashion Week on July 6.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026
  • It had been pulled into the river and devoured by an enormous crocodile.
    — Jack O'Connor, Outdoor Life, 8 July 2026
Definition of crocodile
Noun
  • The Katy, Texas, native has hunted everything from deer to alligator and posts pictures of his trophies on Instagram.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026
  • However, the snout of an alligator is more blunt and u-shaped.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Definition of alligator
Noun
  • Made in Italy, these iconic slip-on loafers feature a soft calfskin upper with a classic penny bar mid-foot, and an embossed Tod’s monogram on the tongue.
    — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • 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
Definition of calfskin
Noun
  • The Oxfords have a lace-up front with cotton laces, goatskin lining and a leather outsole.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • The first violins were strung with sheep intestines, while early timpanis bore heads made from goatskin.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2026
Definition of goatskin
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
Noun
  • At the end of the film, Sandy Olsson (played by the late, great Olivia Newton-John) emerges for the splashy closing number wearing a leather moto jacket, skintight sharkskin pants, and heels.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2025
  • In addition to stamp sales (with proceeds benefiting the marine research society), Leicester planned to sell a Sea Turtle Cookery Book bound in sharkskin and a small newspaper titled the Times of New Atlantis.
    — Fred Nadis, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2024
Definition of sharkskin
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

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