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sheepskin

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Noun — The hide of a sheep, especially tanned with the wool left on, used for clothing, rugs, or bookbinding.

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sheepskin rug sheepskin boots

Etymology

From "sheep" plus "skin" — diplomas were historically written on sheepskin parchment, which is where the informal "diploma" sense comes from.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sheepskin” mean?

The word “sheepskin” means the hide of a sheep, especially tanned with the wool left on, used for clothing, rugs, or bookbinding. In plain terms, tanned sheep hide used for warm clothing or rugs; also old-fashioned slang for a university diploma.

How do you use “sheepskin” in a sentence?

Here is “sheepskin” used in a sentence: “She lined her boots with soft sheepskin for the winter.”

What part of speech is “sheepskin”?

“Sheepskin” is a noun.

How many meanings does “sheepskin” have?

“Sheepskin” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the hide of a sheep, especially tanned with the wool left on, used for clothing, rugs, or bookbinding.

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