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swanskin
swan·skin
/
ˈswɒnˌskɪn
/
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swon
-skin
]
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noun
1.
the
skin
of a
swan
, with the feathers on.
2.
a closely woven twill-weave flannel for work clothes.
Origin:
1600–10;
swan
1
+
skin
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swanskin
(ˈswɒnˌskɪn)
—
n
1.
the skin of a swan with the feathers attached
2.
a fine twill-weave flannel fabric
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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