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chamois Synonyms
Another word for chamois
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• noun (Context 1)
A soft, pliable leather traditionally made from the skin of the chamois or a sheep, or a synthetic cloth resembling it, used widely for washing and polishing.
Usage Example
"He spent Sunday afternoon carefully drying his classic car with a shammy to prevent water spots on the paint."
Strongest
shammy
Strong
cloth
leather
• verb (Context 2)
To clean, dry, or polish a surface using a piece of soft chamois leather.
Usage Example
"After washing the windows with soap, she chamoised the glass to give it a streak-free shine."
Strongest
polish
Strong
buff
wipe
dry
Opposites of chamois
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of chamois varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
soil
dirty
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