cashmere

noun

cash·​mere ˈkazh-ˌmir  ˈkash- 

1

: fine wool from the undercoat of the cashmere goat

also : a yarn of this wool

2

: a soft twilled fabric made originally from cashmere

Examples of cashmere in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Read on for all of the layering pieces, from cashmere sweaters to organic cotton T-shirts and boat-neck tops, that are keeping us toasty throughout the season. —Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024

The capsule also includes cashmere blends for softness. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024

Narrowing down our picks was no easy feat, but our absolute favorites are this trendy cardigan woven from a silk-cotton blend and this short-sleeve cashmere sweater that’s perfect for all-season layering. —Maura Jenkins, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2024

There was a story last year about the rise of Loro Piana, which are these beautiful Italian cashmere sweaters. —Lauren Goode, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Cashmere (Kashmir)

First Known Use

1684, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing cashmere

• cashmere goat

Kids Definition

cashmere

noun

cash·​mere ˈkazh-ˌmi(ə)r 

ˈkash-

1

: fine wool from the undercoat of cashmere goats

2

: a soft yarn or fabric once made from cashmere wool but now often from sheep's wool