Definition

The skin of a goat, often used to make leather or containers.

Example

The artisan crafted a beautiful bag from soft goatskin.

Conversation

I just bought a really cool bag made from goatskin.

That sounds unique! How does it look?

It's soft and has a nice texture, definitely stands out.

I bet it will last a long time too, goatskin is pretty durable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Goatskin is formed from "goat" (from Old English *gāt*, meaning the animal known for its milk and meat) and "skin" (from Old English *scinn*, meaning the outer covering of an animal). The word refers to the skin or hide derived from a goat.

Memory Tip

Think of the animal 'goat' and its 'skin' — goatskin is simply the skin of a goat.

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