Meaning of the word buckskin in English
What does buckskin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
buckskin
US /ˈbʌk.skɪn/
UK /ˈbʌk.skɪn/
Noun
1.
the skin of a buck (male deer), used for making clothes and other items
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The trapper wore a jacket made of soft buckskin.
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Native American tribes often used buckskin for clothing and shelters.
2.
a strong, yellowish-tan color, resembling the color of buckskin
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The old car was painted a faded buckskin.
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She chose a warm buckskin shade for the living room walls.
Adjective
made of buckskin
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He wore a pair of soft buckskin gloves.
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The Native American chief had a beautiful buckskin tunic.