cashmere
noun
cash·mere
ˈkazh-ˌmir 
ˈkash-
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
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Vicuña puffers, shown with wool and cashmere models and camel coats, were standouts.
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
The store in October launched the Labo collection featuring elevated basics made from refined materials such as yak wool and cashmere.
—Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Sweaters, scarves, and other articles made of wool or cashmere can shrink or otherwise lose their shape in hot water.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2025
The pieces that make up the collection blend feminine shapes with a utilitarian spirit while offering luxe cotton and cashmere sweaters.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
The store in October launched the Labo collection featuring elevated basics made from refined materials such as yak wool and cashmere.
—Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Sweaters, scarves, and other articles made of wool or cashmere can shrink or otherwise lose their shape in hot water.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Jan. 2025
The pieces that make up the collection blend feminine shapes with a utilitarian spirit while offering luxe cotton and cashmere sweaters.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
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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
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