buffalo robe

noun

1. the prepared skin of an American bison, with the hair left on, used as a lap robe, rug, or blanket.

Word History and Origins

Origin of buffalo robe¹

An Americanism dating back to 1675–85

Example Sentences

All know how much a "buffalo robe" is appreciated in wintry weather by those exposed to cold.

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Mary was wrapped in a large buffalo robe, enveloping her body and face, and placed in the snow-canoe.

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Then hot bricks were handed in to keep feet warm, and the buffalo robe was tucked down securely.

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The green, yielding beech-twigs, covered with a buffalo robe, were equal to a hair mattress.

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And so we tied our buffalo robe and blanket on one of the horses, and she mounted upon it, with a rope for a stirrup.

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