Definition

A type of fabric or leather made from the skin of a shark, known for its smooth and shiny surface.

Example

The designer chose sharkskin for the suit because of its unique texture and durability.

Conversation

I just bought a suit made of sharkskin fabric.

That sounds really cool! I've heard it's super durable.

Yeah, it's supposed to have a nice shine to it too.

I can’t wait to see it; I bet it looks amazing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sharkskin → The word is formed from 'shark' (from Old English *scearc*, meaning a type of fish) and 'skin' (from Old English *scinn*, meaning the outer covering of an animal). Sharkskin refers to the skin of a shark, which is often used for various purposes due to its unique texture.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'shark' as a type of fish and 'skin' as the outer covering — together, they describe the skin of a shark.

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