Definition

A type of soft leather made from sheepskin, often used for making gloves and clothing.

Example

The artisan crafted beautiful gloves from high-quality capeskin.

Conversation

Have you ever felt how soft this capeskin leather is?

Yeah, it's really nice! Perfect for making gloves.

I love how it retains the natural grain, too.

Absolutely, it gives it such a unique look and feel.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'capeskin' is formed from 'cape' (from Old French *cape*, meaning a cloak or covering) and 'skin' (from Old English *scinn*, meaning the outer covering of a body). The term 'capeskin' refers to a type of leather or material that resembles the texture or appearance of a cloak's outer covering.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cape' as a covering and 'skin' as the outer layer — together, they help you remember that 'capeskin' refers to a material that resembles the outer covering of a cloak.

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