Definition

A type of leather made from the skin of a young sheep, often used for clothing and other soft goods.

Example

She wore a beautiful coat made of lambskin that kept her warm in winter.

Conversation

I just bought a jacket made of lambskin and it's so soft.

That sounds really nice! Is it warm enough for winter?

Yeah, it's perfect for the cold weather, very cozy.

I can imagine! I love the texture of lambskin.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lambskin → The word is formed from "lamb" (from Old English "lamb", meaning a young sheep) and "skin" (from Old Norse "skinn", meaning hide or skin). The term "lambskin" refers to the skin of a young sheep, often used for leather or fabric.

Memory Tip

Think of a young sheep ('lamb') and its hide ('skin') — that's what lambskin refers to.

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