shearling

noun

shear·​ling ˈshir-liŋ How to pronounce shearling (audio)
: skin from a recently sheared sheep or lamb that has been tanned and dressed with the wool left on

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The dual-sided design has plush faux-shearling on one side for extra-cold days and soft coral fleece on the other. Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2025 Faux Fur Accents Faux fur and shearling accents are another trend making a statement this fall. Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025 Try one of Nour Hammour’s shearling options—the Carolyn is a classic silhouette for the brand—or opt a reversible option from Diane Von Furstenberg or Lafayette 148 for extra warmth and versatility. Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2025 Which might help explain the shearling hat. Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shearling

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shearling was in the 14th century

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“Shearling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shearling. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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