chamois
5 synonyms for chamois, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A soft, absorbent piece of leather (traditionally from a goat-antelope of the same name) used for cleaning or polishing surfaces.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From French chamois, originally the name of a small goat-antelope found in the Alps, whose soft hide was used to make the cloth.
Full origin of chamois →Frequently asked questions
What does “chamois” mean?
The word “chamois” means a soft, absorbent piece of leather (traditionally from a goat-antelope of the same name) used for cleaning or polishing surfaces. In plain terms, a soft leather (or leather-like) cloth for cleaning, or the pale tan color associated with it.
How do you pronounce “chamois”?
“Chamois” is pronounced SHAM-wah (/ʃæmˈwɑ/ in IPA).
How do you use “chamois” in a sentence?
Here is “chamois” used in a sentence: “He wiped down the car with a chamois to avoid leaving streaks.”
What part of speech is “chamois”?
Depending on how it is used, “chamois” can be a noun, a verb and an adjective.
Where does the word “chamois” come from?
The word “chamois” comes from French. From French chamois, originally the name of a small goat-antelope found in the Alps, whose soft hide was used to make the cloth.
How many meanings does “chamois” have?
“Chamois” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a soft, absorbent piece of leather (traditionally from a goat-antelope of the same name) used for cleaning or polishing surfaces.
