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sharkskin

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shark⋅skin

[shahrk-skin]
–noun
1. a smooth fabric of acetate or rayon with a dull or chalklike appearance, for apparel.
2. a fine worsted fabric in twill weave, compact in texture and light to medium in weight, for suits.

Origin:
1850–55; shark 1 + skin
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shark·skin   (shärk'skĭn')   
n.  
  1. The skin of a shark.

  2. Leather made from the skin of a shark.

  3. A rayon and acetate fabric having a smooth, somewhat shiny surface.

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