bearskin

[ bair-skin ]

noun

1. the skin or pelt of a bear.
2. a tall, black fur cap forming part of the dress uniform of a soldier in some armies.

bearskin

/ ˈbɛəˌskɪn /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of bearskin¹

First recorded in 1670–80; bear ² + skin

Example Sentences

They stood at attention in their tartan kilts, white leggings and bearskin hats as a Marine band struck up “Hail to the Chief.”

From The Daily Beast

Then suddenly he would shift shotgun for rifle and come home with a bearskin in the wagon.

From Project Gutenberg

Their heads were bare, but one or two of them wore bearskin bands.

From Project Gutenberg

Consequently they were able to build themselves fine houses and wear "kacalyas" trimmed with bearskin.

From Project Gutenberg

At first I thought he was a wild animal, because he wore around his waist and over his shoulders a ragged piece of bearskin.

From Project Gutenberg

The Bearskin-woman heard them leaving the lodge, and rushed out into the open, only to tread on the prickly pears.

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