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Definition of kashmir

kashmir

/kæʃˈmɪr/
kash · mir
Plural:kashmirs
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Adjective:Kashmiri
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kashmir Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A mountainous geographical region in the northern Indian subcontinent, situated between the Great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal Range and administered in parts by India, Pakistan, and China.

2

A fine, soft wool obtained from the undercoat of the Kashmir goat, or a luxurious fabric woven from it (more commonly spelled cashmere).

Example

"The antique shawl was woven from pure kashmir and featured intricate floral embroidery."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When capitalized as "Kashmir," it refers to the geographical region in the Himalayas; in lower case (more commonly spelled "cashmere"), it denotes the fine goat wool originating from that area.

• Rhymes for kashmir

• Nearby Words

kasai
kasha
kashgar
kashmir
kasturi
katahdin
katana

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kashmir. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kashmir
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