noun
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the pelt of a bear, esp when used as a rug
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a tall helmet of black fur worn by certain regiments in the British Army
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a rough shaggy woollen cloth, used for overcoats
Etymology
Origin of bearskin
Example Sentences
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He was easy to spot standing 6ft 7ins tall but reached the heights of 8ft 6ins in his bearskin.
From BBC ● Jun. 13, 2026
Earlier this year, actor Stephen Fry called for an end to the use of real fur in the bearskin caps worn by the King's Guard, who are seen on duty outside Buckingham Palace.
From BBC ● May 14, 2024
All the royals were dressed in red and gold tunics and tall black bearskin hats, matching the uniforms worn by many of the 1,400 soldiers taking part.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 17, 2023
Soldiers in distinctive red tunics and bearskin hats are lining the Mall in front of Buckingham Palace, where hundreds of royal fans have braved wet weather and gathered early to secure the best viewing spot.
From Washington Times ● May 6, 2023
Bowen Marsh came next, bundled up in a bearskin.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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