noun
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the hide of a goat
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something made from the hide of a goat, such as leather or a container for wine
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( as modifier )
a goatskin rug
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Etymology
Origin of goatskin
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at goat, skin
Example Sentences
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“Some people are saying, ‘Oh, the jacket you wore on X day was fantastic,’ or ‘Where did you get the goatskin coat?’
From New York Times ● Dec. 11, 2021
“But at the end of the day, there’s going to be a shortage,” he said, noting that the $185 “personal size” edition of the English Standard Version in blue goatskin already has sold out.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 18, 2021
Over the bridge, the old city’s bazaar, lined with shops selling souvenirs, trinkets, kebabs and goatskin and kilim rugs, is deserted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2019
From out of the velvet pouch came the vellum crafted from goatskin, its ink three days a-drying on the 20 bills.
From The Guardian ● May 8, 2013
They moved on, stopping only for sips of water from their goatskin flasks, and talking little.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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