Goatskin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡoʊtˌskɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Goatskin is a noun meaning The skin of a goat, especially when cured and used as a material for clothing, tents, etc.
Meaning
The skin of a goat, especially when cured and used as a material for clothing, tents, etc.
More Meanings
- A liquid container (especially for holding wine or water) made from goat leather.
- (Ireland, colloquial) A bodhran drum.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: kidskin
The Arabs came out of their goatskin tents, and surrounded the soldiers, asking many questions in the native tongue, for the soldiers were themselves natives.
Word Forms
- goatskins
Synonyms for goatskin
Depending on context, synonyms include kidskin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kidskin, rabbitskin, sheep, oxskin, wolfskin, hare-skin.
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