bearskin
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| —n | |
| 1. | the pelt of a bear, esp when used as a rug |
| 2. | a tall helmet of black fur worn by certain regiments in the British Army |
| 3. | a rough shaggy woollen cloth, used for overcoats |
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Bearskin
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
Example sentences
His moccasins were not made of bearskin, as previously believed.
On his bed, stretched thongs supported a bearskin mattress or a straw tick.
He set off on his journey wearing three layers of garments and sturdy shoes with bearskin soles.
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