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Definition of lambskin
lambskin
/ˈlæm.skɪn/
lamb · skin
Plural:lambskins
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CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
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1
Fine, supple leather made from the hide of a lamb, commonly used in high-end gloves, jackets, and shoes.
Example
"She purchased a pair of black lambskin gloves to wear during the winter months."
2
The skin of a lamb, typically dressed with the wool still on it, used for making items such as coats, rugs, or linings.
Example
"The baby slept soundly on a soft lambskin placed over the nursery floor."
3
A fine grade of parchment made from the skin of a lamb, historically used for important documents or diplomas.
Example
"The university's traditional diplomas are still printed on genuine lambskin."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English lombes skyn, equivalent to lamb + skin. Attested since at least the 14th century.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lambskin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lambskin