Cashmere

usgb/ˈkæʒmɪr,ˈkæʃmɪr/
noun

A soft kind of wool from the cashmere goat.

She wore a cashmere sweater.
Visual representation of "cashmere" - A soft kind of wool from the cashmere goat.

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  • cashmere sweater
  • cashmere wool
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Luxury Item

Cashmere is associated with high quality and luxurious clothing, often expensive.

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He saved up to buy a cashmere scarf for her birthday.
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Animal Origin

Cashmere comes from cashmere goats, so it's an animal product, which is important for those considering ethics of clothing.

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Vegans may avoid cashmere due to its animal origins.
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Winter Wardrobe

Cashmere is best known for its warmth and softness, making it ideal for cold weather clothing.

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Her cashmere shawl kept her cozy through the winter.
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