Astrakhan
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /æstɹəˈkæn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Astrakhan is a noun meaning Closely-curled black or grey fleece of very young karakul lambs from Astrakhan.
Meaning
Closely-curled black or grey fleece of very young karakul lambs from Astrakhan.
More Meanings
- Cloth resembling the above mentioned fur, often made from wool and mohair and used for trimmings.
Example Sentences
Was the cavalry officer slim and elegant, and dressed in astrakhan?
He was dressed in uniform—a black uniform trimmed with gray astrakhan.
Heavy bands of astrakhan were slashed across the sleeves and fronts of his double-breasted coat […]
He was dressed in a long green overcoat with mock astrakhan cuffs and collar and wore on his head an oval fur cap.
Word Forms
- astrakhans
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caracul, karakul, arkars, argali, argal, cashmere.
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