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deerskin

noun

Definition of deerskin

as in goatskin

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Recent Examples of deerskin Part Cherokee, her period garb of choice is a deerskin American Indian maiden’s dress. — Tina Li, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2025 Around that same time, English merchants began offering Caribbean rum to the Shawnee and other Native groups as part of the trade in deerskins and beaver pelts. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 30 Aug. 2025 For instance, these deerskin driving gloves by Paul Stuart, which feature perforated detailing and open panels at the knuckles to ensure that hands won’t overheat while comfortably gripping a wood-grain steering wheel. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 15 Dec. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for deerskin

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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 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 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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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

One exhibit brings together the then-future president’s buckskin jacket and pants, his rifle, Tiffany knife, his spurs, and his branding irons.

— Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026
The title track single recalls hitmakers like Anne Murray and Barbara Mandrell, except for the faint Auto-Tune ripples and an undisguised buckskin ‘Bama accent that brands an otherwise basic anti-fancy metaphor.

— Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2026

Definition of buckskin

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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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

Noun

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
This pistachio cowhide leather is also a stunning addition to your warm-weather wardrobe, adding a subtle pop of color to your outfits while remaining practical and lightweight.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026

Definition of cowhide

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